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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
Period: 20th Century
Set of 6 Outdoor Sunburst Spring Iron Garden Dining Arm Chairs by Francois Carre
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous elegant and in excellent vintage condition with minimal wear from age and use these Francous Carre sunburst spring garden dining chairs are ready to be set around youre tabl...
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1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Steel, Iron

A NEOCLASSICAL SHABBY-CHIC Lacquer COFFEE TABLE by JEAN-CLAUDE MAHEY France 1970
Located in PARIS, FR
An elegant and luxurious rectangular coffee table, Post-Modernist, Shabby-Chic, base in black lacquered wood, thick square section top in burgundy red lacquered wood (deep and intens...
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1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass

Art Deco Just Andersen Diskometal Fluted Vase, 1930s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Antique Scandinavian neoclassical Just Andersen (1884-1943) fluted vase with tiny decorative handles in Andersen’s signature material, Disko. An alloy of tin, lead and antimony named...
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Early 20th Century Danish Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal

Thomas F. Garvin Trophy, 1925 Aviation Trophy, by Wilcox Silver Plate Co.
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Thomas F. Garvin Trophy, 1925 Aviation Trophy, by Wilcox Silver Plate Co. Measuring approximately 14 inches high by 11 inches wide and 11 inches deep, this silver-plated trophy stands...
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Silver Plate

Restored Tuscan Brass Chandelier with Hand-Strung Crystal Beads Antique Empire
Located in Berlin, DE
Restored Tuscan Brass Chandelier with Hand-Strung Crystal Beads, Italian Empire Style, circa 1920 A stunning Tuscan chandelier from Northern Italy, dating from around 1920, meticulo...
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1920s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Crystal, Brass

Italian Folding Screen
Located in Houston, TX
This six-panel screen borrows from the Roman practice as an homage to the great designers that came before. Ancient roman courtyard houses typically had architectural elements crown ...
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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood, Paper

Early 20th Century American Rolling Pine Blanket Chest Storage Trunk
Located in Germantown, MD
Early 20th Century American Rolling pine Blanket Trunk. Measures 34.5" in width, 19.5" in depth and stands 23" tall.
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal

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

Materials

Brass

Collection of Classic Octagon Closed Bell Pendents
Located in Peekskill, NY
These are nice classic pendents. The shape is a closed bell in an octagon. The look is elegant and up scale. Its milk glass with a unique egg shell finish. It still uses the original...
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

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Milk Glass

Pair of Marble Top Mahogany Commodes by Bernhardt Furniture
Located in Pasadena, TX
This is a wonderful pair of Bernhardt Furniture commodes. The commodes have 3 drawers that will provide plenty of storage. They have inset Marble tops and are made of mahogany.
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble

Neoclassical Style Mahogany Plant Stand
Located in Astoria, NY
Neoclassical Style Mahogany Plant Stand, circular top above foliate motif fluted stem atop tripod base. 57" H x 22" W x 22" D.  Provenance:...
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Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Oval Brass Bar Cart by Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and elegant neoclassical style oval bar cart is made of brass with glass trays. This is a French work by Maison Jansen. Circa 1940
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Spanish Revival Sunburst Ceiling Light Fixture in Wrought Iron and Glass, 1940s
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

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Iron, Wrought Iron

Neoclassical Partial Gilt Decorated Fruitwood Faux Marble Top Console Cabinet
Located in Germantown, MD
A late 20th Century Neoclassical Partial Gilt Decorated Fruitwood and Faux Marble Top Console Cabinet. One adjustable height shelf. Measures 32.75" in width, 12.5" in depth and 34" i...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

Striking Classical Design Press Glass with Original Rope Pendant / Light Fixture
Located in Lisse, NL
Stylish and practical size 1920s ceiling lamp. This rare and thick glass shade pendant comes with a number of striking, neoclassical features that...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Pair of Neoclassical-Style Sterling Silver Corinthian Column Candlesticks
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Neoclassical-Style, sterling silver Corinthian column candlesticks, Gorham Manufacturing Company, Providence, Rhode Island, Ca 1915. Each candlestick measures almost 7 1/2 in...
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1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique National Cashier Register With the Key
Located in Brea, CA
Antique national cashier register R313 with a key , the drawer can open , there is a key , it is a beautiful piece .
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1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Swedish Grace nickel silver table lamp, CG Hallberg, Stockholm, Sweden, 1920s
Located in Forserum, SE
A beautiful Scandinavian neoclassical table lamp from the 1920s, produced by the renowned Swedish silversmithing company CG Hallberg in Stockholm. It features a gracefully slender st...
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1920s Swedish Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Silver Plate

French Empire Walnut Bed Exquisite Bronze Ormolu Landstrom American Neoclassic
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, a style French empire full bed bronze ormolu detail. Rich walnut wood grain ebonized accents.Crafted by Landstrom Furniture Rockford, Illinois. Dimensions: ...
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1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Gold, Bronze

Pair Italian Rouge Royal Marble Gilt Bronze Corinthian Columns Pedestals
Located in Germantown, MD
Monumental Pair of Italian Rouge Royal Marble and Gilt Bronze Corinthian Columns Pedestals. Measures 12" in width, 12" in depth and 50 " in height. Top Diameter is 10".
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble, Brass

French 20th Century Neoclassical Alabaster Pedestal
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A dazzling early 20th century French hand-carved natural alabaster pedestal, that glitters and glows in the light. The flat top surface elevates sculptural works of art to a safe height, as well as vases or plants. The columnar silhouette is carved with intermittent ribs for a bit of texture against the monochromatic stone. Such a sculptural piece on its own, this pedestal would fit many historic, traditional, and transitional house...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

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Alabaster

American Antique Fireplace 8 pcs Set Andirons Screen Tools
Located in Boca Raton, FL
American antique heavy brass fireplace set comprising firescreen, andirons and 5 pcs fireplace tools set. Age related rusting at the screen bottom Screen size- 30” H by 12,5” +26”+12...
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Early 1900s Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Tiffany Company, George Paulding Farnham, A Rare, Lavish Silver Centerpiece
Located in Queens, NY
Tiffany Company and George Paulding Farnham, A rare, lavish and monumental sterling silver centerpiece with original mirrored-glass sterling silver plateau, circa 1900. Museum quality. In the George III style, designed by Paulding Farnham for Tiffany and Co, New York. Of palatial and monumental size. Centerpiece: 15" high x 30" wide x 27" deep Plateau: 3" high x 39" wide x 34" deep In excellent condition, ready to place. Of oval form, the everted rims formed of openwork scrolling classical foliage and bellflower swags, the tops applied with standing scrolling foliage with four silver caryatid female figures, the bases overlaid with acanthus and palmettes. The original, silver mirrored plateau...
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Sterling Silver

1920 s Silver Plated Caldwell One Light Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's Caldwell one light sconces with scalloped backplate
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1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Silver Plate, Bronze

Rare Bronze and Brass Coffee Table with Two Tiers Glass Top resting on a Steel
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This rare and exceptional coffee table is made of bronze, brass and steel with two tiers glass top resting on a steel mesh. The upper plate offers a pattern repeated in reverse for t...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Antique Mahogany Chest of Drawers with Brass Hardware
Located in Freehold, NJ
This antique mahogany chest of drawers features hardwood construction, beautiful mahogany veneer, four dovetail drawers with brass accented hardware and short tapered legs. Dimensio...
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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

French Neoclassical Style White Alabaster, Gilt Bronze and Brass Pendant Light
Located in Barntrup, DE
French Neoclassical style alabaster, gilt bronze, and brass pendant light fixture. This impressive antique pendant light features a beautifully shaped carved white and ivory tone ala...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Alabaster, Brass, Bronze

Neoclassical Black Marble Pedestal Column
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Beautiful neoclassical marble pedestal column, late 20th century. Probably hailing from Italy, this handsome column is of the deepest lico...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble

Pair of Vintage Silver Plate Fighting Cock / Rooster Sculptures
Located in San Diego, CA
A well made pair of vintage silver plate fighting cock / rooster sculptures, circa 1970s. The set is in very good vintage condition with a nice patina and measures 10"W x 5"D x 7"H....
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20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Silver Plate

2 French Painted Fired Neoclassical Leaded Botanical Stained Glass Windows 62"
Located in Dayton, OH
2 Vintage reclaimed French painted and fired leadedstained glass windows. Features a Neoclassical botanical garden scene with vinbrant flowers and architecture. Signed E Couet alon...
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20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Stained Glass, Wood

1970 Mid Century Brass Glass Top Coffee Cocktal Table
Located in Madrid, ES
A Spanish coffee or cocktail table from the 70's, made in solid brass and beveled glass top, at the base it has an x-shaped crosspiece. It stands on four legs with square geometric d...
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Late 20th Century Spanish Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

French Brass Table Mirror with Adjustable Frame, Circa 1930s
Located in Paris, FR
A fantastic French circa 1930s table mirror framed in solid brass, featuring an adjustable tilting mechanism. Its refined design includes decorative finials making it a timeless addi...
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1930s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

C1940 Bankers Dining Room Armchairs 3 Square Back 1 Round back Available
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous collection of hardwood bankers chairs often found in offices, jury rooms, conference centers etc. Created from oak maple and walnut these chairs are heavy duty quality seating, great for a dining area. 3 chairs available and have some variations to them, 3 are more square in the back. Different makers, some are gunlocke chair co...
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1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Maple, Oak, Walnut

Pair of Baker Neoclassical Style Chairs
Located in Houston, TX
A Classic and handsome pair of baker neoclassical style occasional chairs newly upholstered in a creamy white ecru velvet with black grosgrain detai...
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20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Giltwood, Wood

Brass and Grilling Fireplace Screen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This fireplace screen is made of brass and grilling. This is a French work. Circa 1970.
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1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Classic Leather Sofa Couch
Located in New York, NY
Comfy burgundy leather sofa, with brass studs. Classic form, original condition, clean, ready to use. Cushions do sit flat, they were just not p...
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Leather

Classic Leather Sofa Couch
Classic Leather Sofa Couch
$2,880 Sale Price
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Neoclassical Style Lacquered Five Panel Screen Fragment
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Dramatic Asian five panel screen fragment of a larger painted screen. The screen features a lacquered canvas over a wood frame depicting neoclassical style column architecture with f...
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20th Century Chinese Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Canvas, Wood

Pair of Italian Burl Walnut Marble-Top Night Stands by Cav. Emilio Bertini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition Designer: Cav. Emilio Bertini Manufacturer: Cav. Emilio Bertini Materials: Burl Walnut, Brass Hardware, Original Pink Italian Marble Tops Style...
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1930s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble, Brass

Large Belgian Crystal Centerpiece Wine Cooler by Val Saint Lambert
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Impressive and substantial thick crystal vase with many uses. Would make a wonderful addition to any home as a centerpiece filled with fresh flowers, filled with ice as a wine chille...
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Crystal

Neoclassical Style Metal Architectural Element
Located in Astoria, NY
Neoclassical Style Patinated Aluminum and Cast Iron Architectural Element, with pierced galleried top, four columns and and stepped rectangular base. 24.75" H x 22.5" W x 6" D. Prove...
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20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Aluminum, Iron

Michael Taylor Designs - Dining Table Cast Stone Lyre Bases Oval Glass Top
Located in St. Louis, MO
Michael Taylor Designs - Pair of Neoclassical cast stone Lyre bases with acanthus leaf and scroll detail supporting a massive piece of 1" thick beveled glass oval top. Most of its li...
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1980s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Cast Stone

Pair of Blanc De Chine Italian Fruit Basket Topiary Table Lamps C1960
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous pair of tall 37 to the top of the finial table lamps with porcelain blanc de chine topiary in fruit baskets with a gilt band over the b...
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1960s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal

Early 20th Century Sterling Silver Tableware Serveware Pitcher
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Indulge in the timeless charm of this early 20th-century North American sterling silver serveware pitcher by Bigelow Kennard & Company, Bos...
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1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Sterling Silver

20th Century Italian Neoclassical Églomisé Mirror in White and Gold
Located in Essex, MA
Italian Neoclassical Églomisé Mirror A striking Italian églomisé mirror featuring an octagonal form with beveled glass panels hand-decorated in...
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Early 20th Century European Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Glass, Mirror, Paint

Vintage Advertising “SODAS” Metal Embossed Sign
Located in New York, NY
Great looking rare original large size embossed metal advertising “SODAS” sign..Looks like it came from an old country mom and pop store . All metal with a...
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal

Neoclassical, Wood, Art Glass, Large Stained Glass Doors, Italy, 1930s
Located in Manhasset, NY
Neoclassical, Wood, Art Glass, Large Stained Glass Doors, Italy, 1930s Pair of interesting early 20th century wood and stained glass double doors having substantial bronze hardware....
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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Art Glass, Wood

Pair of Brass Side Tables with Oxidized Mirror Tops by Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and elegant pair of neoclassical style side tables is made of brass with fluted legs and with oxidized mirror tops. This is a French work by Maison Jansen. Circa 1940
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Vintage Engraved Metal Chalice, Early 20th Century Trophy Cup or Wine Goblet
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
This antique engraved metal chalice is a stunning example of early 20th-century craftsmanship, perfect for collectors of historic trophies, ceremonial goblets, and vintage drinkware....
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal

Mid Century French Neoclassical Brass and Glass Narrow Slim Coffee Table
Located in London, GB
Mid Century French Neoclassical Style Brass and Glass Narrow Coffee Table C.1950 In the manner of Maison Jansen In very good condition commensurate with age. Please message for an ...
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Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

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.
Category

1940s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

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

Materials

Bronze

A Very large And Substantial English Stone Urn And Pedestal
Located in London, GB
A very large substantial and organically well weathered Classical recon stone urn and pedestal. The egg and dart rim with gadrooned urn sitting on a tapering socle. The urn is stood ...
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Mid-20th Century English Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Cast Stone

Antique Portland Blue Jasperware Bowl with White Overlay by Wedgwood England
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A stunning Neoclassical Wedgwood Portland blue bowl with a white overlay. This piece is believed to have been a small sugar bowl, however we think it...
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20th Century English Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Pair Early French Carved Sculptural Lounge Chairs Neoclassical Hollywood Regency
Located in Wayne, NJ
Gorgeous pair of vintage sculpted line French style armchairs with carved details. The fabric appears to have been re upholstered, at some point, so is in very good condition. A few ...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Pair of Red lacquer 2 tier Maison Baguès Side Table
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Red lacquer 2 tier Maison Baguès Side Table
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1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Broyhill Stained Pine Bedside Chest of Drawers
Located in Germantown, MD
A Mid-Century Broyhill Stained Pine Bedside Chest of Drawers. Measures 27" in width, 17" in depth and 26" in height. Drawers inside are 16" in width x 13" in depth x 4.5" in height.
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Pine

Burgundy and Gold Damask Rectangular Table Cloth
Located in Lomita, CA
This is a beautiful jacquard pattern table cloth in bordeaux and gold. This was from a collection of table cloths sold at auction, movie props from Warner Brothers Studios in Burbank...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Damask

Neoclassical Alabaster Urn Lamp on Column
Located in Barcelona, ES
Neoclassical Alabaster Urn Lamp on Pedestal Stand Gorgeous alabaster pedestal-mounted uplighter neoclassical urn lamp. Italy, 1940s. Amazing aged patina, it provides a charming ligh...
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Alabaster

A French ebonized sideboard in the manner of Andre Arbus, C. 1940.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A sculptural French sideboard, circa 1940, executed in ebonized wood with elegant bronze mounts, in the refined neoclassical style associated with André Arbus. The subtly curved fron...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

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

Late 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

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.