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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.

Find antique neoclassical furniture today on 1stDibs.

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Style: Neoclassical
Pair of Brass Alabaster Wall Sconces in the Neoclassical Style
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful pair of cast brass and alabaster wall sconces. The sconces have a wonderful shape, they are very unique and well made. Manuf...
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Early 2000s American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Alabaster, Brass

Jacques Adnet Style Bronze Horse Sconce Wall Lamp French Neoclassical
Located in Miami, FL
Jacques Adnet style neoclassical bronze horse head sconce, wall light, lamp with form fit original shade. In perfect working condition and takes 2 l...
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1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze, Brass

Period Neoclassic French Commode w/a Gorgeous New Custom Grey Marble Top
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Neoclassical period carved wood commode, with stunning new custom marble top, from the early 19th century. This antique chest from France ...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble

French Neoclassical Urn Shape Table Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials: Patinated Metal, New Shade Style: French Neoclassical Condition: Newly Rewired Dimensions: 22”H x 6.50”W x 5”D Shade: 10.50”H x 13”W x 13”D
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1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal

Pair of 18th C Style Pierre Bouillon Engraving Prints of Roman Greek Friezes
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
18th Century style Pierre Bouillon neoclassical engraving Prints of Roman & Greek Friezes. Beautifully framed. Additional information: ...
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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Giltwood

Vintage English Country Iron Black Garden Armillary Sundial
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning vintage English country or Neoclassical style black iron garden armillary sundial USA, Late 20th Century Measures: 14"W x 10"D x 16.5"H Very good vintage condition. Pa...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Iron

Mid-20th Century Classic American Wing Back Chair
Located in Sheffield, MA
The classically elegant American wingback chair is upholstered for deep comfort in a green and yellow stripped faux satin fabric. The "knees" of the front legs of this wing chair feature stylized shells. Georgian Wing back chair...
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood, Fabric

Vintage Italian Neoclassical Buffet Sideboard Credenza Green Faux Marble Top
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Italian Neoclassical Style Credenza with Green Faux Marble Lacquer Top. Item features a wooden faux marble green lacquer top, floral and wreath detail, cream distressed finis...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Six Neoclassic Caned and Decorated Adam Style Dining Chairs
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Impressive set of six dining chairs having two armchairs and four sides, crafted with mahogany in a neoclassic Adam style with painted decoration...
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Early 20th Century English Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Cane, Mahogany

French Neoclassical Period 3-Drawer Chest, Black w/Brass Accents
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Neoclassical period painted wood commode with brass trimmings from the early 19th century. This antique chest from France features a rectangular-shaped top which slightly ov...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

French Neoclassical Four-Drawer Commode w/Rounded Column Side Posts
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Neoclassical wooden four-drawer commode, with column accents, from the 19th century. This antique cabinet from France has a rectangular-shaped top, which slightly overhangs ...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

French Period Neoclassical Marble Top Chest
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Neoclassical period five-drawer, carved-wood chest with marble top from the early 19th century. This antique chest from France features a rectangular-shaped marble top, with...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble

Rare Patinated Bronze Sculpture of Benjamin Franklin, by A. Carrier-Belleuse
Located in Queens, NY
Albert-Ernest Carrier-Belleuse (France, 1824-1887) A rare seated bronze statue of Benjamin Franklin holding his walking stick and hat, with a book in his ri...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Notable Antique French Neoclassical Gilt And Marble Top Console
Located in Bridgeport, CT
The antique French console table carved and gilt overall, the top with incurved ends and covered with an ecru damask fabric under the black conforming marble top. With an inset apron...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble

1920 s Caldwell Mirror Sconces with 2 lights
Located in New York, NY
pair of circa 1920's Caldwell gilt bronze double lights sconces with mirrored back plated
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1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

North American Sterling Silver Tableware Serveware Pitcher
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Indulge in the timeless charm of this Mid 20th-century North American sterling silver serveware pitcher by Frank M Whiting Co, crafted in 1...
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1950s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Sterling Silver

Set of 1840’s Paint Decorated and Stenciled chairs
Located in Bradenton, FL
Exceptional set of four 1840’s paint decorated and stenciled rush seat chairs in completely original condition. All chairs are tight and solid and all of the rush seats are in great condition. No damage old breaks or repairs whatsoever on any of these chairs. Original dry crusty surface and beautifully paint decorated. A great piece of early American chairs...
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1840s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Maple

Gladiator Collectible Prop Pearl Bracelet from the 2000 Movie
Located in Lomita, CA
A freshwater pearl bracelet made as a custom piece for the 2000 Paramount film, Gladiator. The jeweler says it was created from freshwater pearls that measure 5 MM. The bracelet was ...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Gold Plate

19th Century Louis XV Gilt Bronze Neoclassical Sconce
Located in Lomita, CA
The Louis XV style gilt cast bronze figural wall sconce is from the late 19th Century. The two-light sconce featuring a nude male figure against a shaped back, issuing a pair of ta...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Historistic Table lamp with original antique glass shade vienna around 1890s
Located in Wien, AT
Historistic Table lamp with original antique glass shade vienna around 1890s Polished and stove enameled Original antique glass shade
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1890s Austrian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century French Louis XVI Glass Top and Brass Nesting Tables Baguès Style
Located in Dallas, TX
These vintage "Tables Gigognes" (or nesting tables) were created in Paris circa 1960. Attributed to Maison Baguès and built of brass, the set stand on fluted legs decorated with turn...
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Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Pair 19th Century French Painted and Giltwood Columns
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of 19th century French columns. Paint and gilded oak hardwoods with Ionic capitals, fluting and classical detailing.     
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Paint, Wood

Wonderful French Maison Bagues Vaughan Gilt Bronze Art Glass Flush Mount Fixture
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful French Maison Bagues / Sherle Wagner / Vaughan Style Gilt Bronze & Starburst Art Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Fixture
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20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Round New Gueridon Style Midcentury Italian Design Brass Sculpture Feet Gold
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Elegant neoclassic round new Gueridon style midcentury Italian design brass sculpture feet gold. Ideal for a large supply of hotels, to be placed betwee...
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2010s Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Christofle Neocalssical Cut Crystal Gold Washed Swing -Handled Ice Bucket
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Christofle Neoclassical Cut Crystal Gold Washed Swing-Handled Ice Bucket, With Ice Strainer  France, circa 1960s A Exquisite Christofle Neoclass...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

Set of Six Formations Neoclassical Style Iron Estate Chaise Longues
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Opulent set of six neoclassical style patio and garden estate lounges or longues made by Formations Hollywood, CA. The lounges feature iron frames with curule or x form legs. The bac...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Steel, Iron

Fine Antique French Neoclassical Style Gilt and Patinated Bronze Desk Lamp
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional quality, attributed to Maison Gagneau, Paris gilt and patinated bronze desk lamp designed as a quiver of arrows in the Neoclassical taste. C...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Italian Neoclassical Style Monumental Stone Garden Vases
Located in Rome, IT
Impressive pair of hand carved vases in the neoclassical style, the cover with fruit finial, above an ovoid body adorned with Nereid handles and festoons, raised on circular foot and...
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2010s Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Limestone

Pair of Antique Ormolu Mounted and Mahogany Corner Cabinets by Grohé Frères
Located in London, GB
Pair of antique ormolu mounted and mahogany corner cabinets by Grohé Frères French, c. 1860 Height 102cm, width 89cm, depth 47cm This stunning pair of ormolu and mahogany corner cab...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

8 Theological Leather Bound Books, by Franz Volkmar Reinhard, Published 1808
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
8 Theological Leather Bound Books, by Franz Volkmar Reinhard,  Germany, published in 1808 We are pleased to offer a rare and historical find with this exquisite collection of eight ...
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Early 19th Century Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Leather, Paper, Parchment Paper

Vintage Italian Style Carved Marble Alabaster Bronze Urn Table Lamp
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage urn or baluster lamp features elongated body, formed of carved marble and alabaster with bronze accent on the neck of the lamp, mounted on highly detailed bronze foot and squ...
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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble, Alabaster, Brass, Bronze

2 Italian Neoclassical Louis XV Bronze Cherub Sculptures Statues 45"
Located in Dayton, OH
Pair of Monumental Italian Neoclassical Cherub Putti Sculptures. Made from bronze with ebonized and gilt detail. Each raised over a classical fluted and footed column plinth with orn...
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20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Pillaret Solo Table Lamp by Studio DUNN
Located in Rumford, RI
This stately lamp features a striking contrast of textures and materials, combining rich linen and sturdy steel for a sophisticated look. Inspired by the classic Bouillotte lamp, thi...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Steel

Italian Neoclassical Oval Plaster Relief Medallion, 19th Century
Located in Chicago, IL
A large 19th-century Italian wall plaque in cast plaster, dated circa 1860. Measuring 25 inches tall, the oval form frames a classical female profile in high relief, her features sof...
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Plaster

AMF_01 Floor Mirror in Teak Wood and Bronze by ANDEAN
Located in New York, NY
AAM 02 floor Mirror ?by Alejandro Moyano Measures: L 1.5”W 24”H 71” Floor mirror made of steel rod frame and solid seike wood with a natural oil finish, lathed bronze base and ...
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2010s Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

19thc Eight Point Star Quilt
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fine eight point star quilt is in pristine condition with a couple minor tiny spots. Mostly posted on the back side. This is a very large quilt.
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Late 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Cotton

19thc Eight Point Star Quilt
19thc Eight Point Star Quilt
$1,516 Sale Price
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Theodore Alexander Gregory Neo-classical Style Bench
Located in Forney, TX
A stunning contemporary Neo-classical style Gregory bench by fine quality luxury furniture designer Theodore Alexander. The Gregory features a sophisticated Louis XVI style Neoclas...
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21st Century and Contemporary Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Giltwood

Faux Marble Carved and Fluted Column Shaft Wood Table or Pedestal
Located in Nashville, TN
Or pedestal for a table top. Having a very good faux marble finish on a ribbed gilded and then faux marble black'n'gold base. The flutes with deep and pronounced grooves. The quality...
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Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Pair of Large Cannonball Top Wrought Iron Andirons, 19th Century
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A pair of large Cannonball top wrought iron Andirons 19th century with cannonball tops on central twist stems supported by ornate scroll work feet with blind gilt metal crests, toget...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass, Iron

Very Fine Gilt-Bronze Ormolu Girandole Mirror by Edward F. Caldwell Co.
Located in Long Island City, NY
Very Fine Gilt-Bronze Ormolu Girandole Mirror by Edward F. Caldwell Co. Very good quality. Solid bronze, with beveled mirror and candleholders Measure: 56" high x 39" wid...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Ormolu, Bronze

Pair Wedgwood Blue and White Jasperware Desk Accessories
Located in New York, NY
Pair Wedgwood blue and white Jasperware desk accessories. Beautiful blue grey bisque beaker/bud-vase with cream-ivory neoclassical bas relief, ...
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Mid-20th Century English Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Stoneware

Afternoon Chat Point Pleasant Bucks County Pennsylvania Spring Scene Painting
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Impressionist and scenic Bucks County Pa, a beautiful spring afternoon chat. Two friends enjoy the lush and young landscape outside of a country home in Point Pleasant, Pennsylvania....
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood, Paint

Neoclassical, White Marble, Obelisks on Pedestals, France, 1920s
Located in Manhasset, NY
Neoclassical, White Marble, Obelisks on Pedestals, France, 1920s Pair of Palatial antique 19th-20th century solid marble obelisks on pedestals. The obelisks detach from the pedestal...
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble

Pair of Large Scale Italian Neoclassical Terracotta Lucite Lamps
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of Large Scale Italian Neoclassical Terracotta & Lucite lamps Italy, Circa 1980s Each one a substantial a substantial vase decorated ...
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Terracotta, Lucite

English Sterling Silver Serving Spoon, 1891
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The English sterling silver spoon has a lion hallmark depicting London and an "R" in a shield likely bears a hallmark indicating it was made in 1891. The lion represent the city ass...
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19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Neoclassical Silk Screen Framed Print of Greek God
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A large English silk screen framed print of a neoclassical scene of the Greek God Poseidon, also know as Neptune in Roman mythology. Exceptionally presented in a gilt frame, this 2...
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20th Century English Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

1920 s Caldwell Sconces with Etched Mirror
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's Caldwell double light sconces with etched mirrored backplate
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1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Italian Brass and Glass Tables
Located in Houston, TX
Pair Of Italian Brass And Glass Tables. Offered is a matching pair of Italian Neoclassical style brass sides or gueridons with dolphins supporting a tripod base and beveled glass top...
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1960s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Brass Chiavari Chair and Stool, Seats Covered in Green Velvet. Italian Work.
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This rare set of a brass Chiavari chair and its stool or ottoman with seats covered in red velvet. This is an Italian work. Circa 1940
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Drexel Heritage Italian Neoclassical Demilune Cabinets, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of Italian Neoclassical or Louis XVI style demilune consoles or bar cabinets By Drexel Heritage, Late 20th Century Hand painted wood case, with faux marble top, and...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Hardstone, Ormolu and Boulle Mounted Ebonised Wood Sideboard
Located in London, GB
Hardstone, ormolu and Boulle mounted ebonised wood sideboard French, Late 19th Century Height 114cm, width 178cm, depth 50cm This splendid sideboard, carved from ebonised wood, stan...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Stone, Other, Ormolu

Neoclassical Style Two Tiered Etagere / Server
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Neoclassical verdigris finished two tiered etagere / server. There are two glass shelves for items. The top decoration is a large urn centerpiece flanked by two birds.
Category

20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Iron

Pair of Oak and Leather Armchairs by De Coene Frères
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and elegant pair of neoclassical style armchairs is made of oak and leather. This is a Belgian work by De Coene Frères. Circa 1940
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Leather, Oak

2 Antique Haviland Limoges Bread or Salad Plates for W.J. Pettee Co. Oklahoma
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A pair of antique French porcelain bread plates with a floral decoration around the rims. This pair of dishes was made specifically for a store in downtown Oklahoma City. The store w...
Category

Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain, Paint

Vintage French Neoclassical Marble Bronze Rams Head Urn Cassolettes - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage French Neoclassical Marble & Bronze Rams Head Urn Form Cassolettes - a Pair, Approx. 20bs each. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 18" ...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Pair of Schumacher Ayumi Performance 22" Throw Pillows
Located in Medina, OH
Pair of 22" Schumacher Ayumi Performance-Denim Throw Pillows featuring a luxurious vegan-down insert. These pillows are hand crafted by our upholstery shop in Medina, Ohio using the...
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2010s Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Cotton, Linen, Acrylic, Polyester

Neoclassical Drawing of Roman Ruins, 18th Century French School
Located in Kittery Point, ME
Neoclassical capriccio view of majestic Roman ruins with small figures engaged in daily activities in the background. Pencil, ink and wash on paper. Set in a Louis XVI style giltwood...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Paper

Antique Italian Neoclassical Louis XVI Petite Giltwood Bergeres, Armchairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Italian neoclassical Louis XVI Petite Giltwood Bergeres ~ Armchairs are the perfect choice for cozy seating groups, bedrooms, or anywhere a surprisingly comfortable seat with...
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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Giltwood

A Luxurious MURANO Glass TABLE LAMP by ERCOLE BAROVIER, VENINI, Italy, 1950-1960
Located in PARIS, FR
A spectacular, large and heavy table lamp, Art Déco, neoclassical, Modernist, Shabby-Chic, Neo-Baroque, with a massive circular base in Murano glass, open like a corolla, translucent, embed with small air bubbles, 2 wood circles with a patinated bronze veneer surrounding a generous translucent corps capturing light, ornaments plant-inspired made with encrusted golden leaf, impressive and authentic model...
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1950s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze, Gold Leaf

Antique French Green Onyx Champlevé Enamel Marble Ormolu Pedestal Clock
Located in London, GB
Antique French Green Onyx Champlevé Enamel Marble Ormolu Pedestal Clock French, Late 19th Century Height 136 cm, Width 41 cm, Depth 33 cm An impressive French pedestal clock in gr...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble, Onyx, Enamel, Ormolu

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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