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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
1980s Vintage Boho Tessellated Stone Obelisk Etagere
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Make a monumental statement with this rare and captivating Vintage Tessellated Stone Obelisk Etagere, a true fusion of classical form and Postmodern design. This striking piece comma...
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1980s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Stone

Antique Copper Basket No Handles Water Pot Cauldron Planter
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, an antique copper basket with no handles. refer as water pot, cauldron or it can be used as a planter. It has a nice ver...
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1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Copper

Dramatic, Cascading Russian Chandeliers, circa 1900
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of fine, three-tiered, Russian, neoclassical, gilt bronze and crystal, ten light chandeliers with sapphire blue, glass plates.
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Early 20th Century Russian Neoclassical Furniture

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Crystal, Ormolu

Italian Bronze Neoclassical Style Caryatid Atlas Dining or Work Table
Located in Southampton, NJ
An unusual Italian bronze dining table depicting four supporting Caryatid & Atlas figures with outstretched arms suspending a floating glass top. Base measurements 60" x 32" x 30" H,...
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze

Pair of Nymphenburg Porcelain Amphora Vases, circa 1920
By Paul Troost 1, Alfred Hagel
Located in New York, NY
Designed by Paul Ludwig Troost (1878-1934) and Alfred Hagel (1885-1945). Illustrated in "Nymphenburger Porzellan: Sammlung Bauml", Alfred Ziffer, pg. 387.
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Mid-20th Century German Neoclassical Furniture

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Porcelain

Large Pair of Italian Neoclassical Style Giltwood Sconces
Located in Cypress, CA
Pair of large Italian neoclassical style 22-karat gold leafed carved wood two-light sconces with flamed urn finials and large curved silk shades. Overall ...
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Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

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Gold Leaf

Pair of English Two-Arm Chandeliers
Located in Dubai, AE
Pair of English Barbell Chandeliers by Wedgwood with blue jasperware, chiseled bronze accents and two bulbs covered by decorated clear glass egg shape diffusers. Each chandelier con...
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Early 1900s English Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Ormolu

1900 Silver Plated Neoclassic Sconces by Edward F. Caldwell
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 1900's Caldwell silver plated neoclassic sconces with 2 lights. Acanthus leave in design. Original silver finish and patina. Newly UL rewired
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze, Silver Plate

Pair Warren Kessler New York Asian Style White and Blue Floral Porcelain Lamps
Located in Germantown, MD
Monumental Pair of Warren Kessler New York Asian Style Blue and White Porcelain Table Lamps. Original cast Brass finial. Measures 8" in width, 8" in depth and 37 " in height.
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass

20th Century Quality Marble Pillar / Column in Neoclassical Style
Located in Berlin, DE
20th century quality marble pillar / column in neoclassical style Square plinth with balustrade pillar base. Far protruding, stepped square cover plate. The column consists of fiv...
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

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Marble

The fountain. Polychrome terracotta. 20th century, after CARRIER-BELLEUSE
Located in Madrid, ES
The fountain. Polychrome terracotta. 20th century, following models of CARRIER-BELLEUSE, AlbertErnest (Aisne, 1824-Sèvres, 1887). The figure shows a boy, lying down and almost totally naked, with his head enhanced by a golden leaf crown. It is shown with a shell (with touches in gold), taking water from a pitcher next to it, thus recalling the allegories of the rivers or of the birth of the same of Ancient Rome. It is necessary to compare the present work with the one entitled “La Source” by Albert-Ernest Carrier-Belleuse, preserved, for example, at the Art Institute of Chicago or the Portland Museum of Art (of which there are a number of variants, changing the characters and the material used). Albert-Ernest Carrier-Belleuse was a French sculptor and draftsman trained with David d'Angers and at the School of Fine Arts in Paris. He achieved international recognition from his participation in the Salon of the French Artists of 1861 (Third Medal), reaching outstanding works such as various busts of...
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20th Century European Neoclassical Furniture

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Terracotta

A Very Impressive Planter on Iron Pedestal
Located in Atlanta, GA
A very impressive composite planter on iron pedestal. Measures: Planter: D 36" W 46" (@ belly of child) H 43" (approximate) Pedestal: H 45" (approximate) W (at base) 33" x 33".
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Late 20th Century European Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Composition, Iron

Pair Antique Footstools or Benches
Located in New York, NY
Pair antique footstools or benches on casters with floral upholstery. Good condition overall with slight finish loss due to age and use. Can be...
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Early 20th Century North American Neoclassical Furniture

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Hardwood

Faux-Bamboo Bronze Floor Lamp By Maison Bagués
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice faux-bamboo floor lamp is made of bronze. This is a French work by Maison Bagués. Circa 1940
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

French Neoclassical Tole Red Gold Cachepot Planter Vase With Lion Heads
Located in Elkhart, IN
A gorgeous neoclassical red & gold tole cachepot, planter, or vase with head-painted details and brass lion heads France, Circa Early 20th Century Measures: 5.75"W x 5.75"D x 5"H. ...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

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Metal

Vintage French Country Iron Garden Armillary Sundial
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning vintage English or French country or Neoclassical style iron garden armillary sundial with Roman numerals USA, Late 20th Century Measures: 8.5"W x 6"D x 9"H Very good v...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

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Iron

Highly Decorative Glazed Terracotta Dolphin Table
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Vintage glazed terracotta dolphin table, in the Hollywood Regency style, surmounted with a fixed glass top. The base is a single, large terracotta sculpt...
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Terracotta, Glass

Crystal Face and Pendulum Clock Made by Ansonia Clock of New York
Located in Manhasset, NY
Crystal face and pendulum clock made by Ansonia Clock of New York. Bronze case in all beveled glass surround.
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1960s Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Billy Haines Style Silverplate Candlestick Lamp
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Regency style silverplate lamp with tall foliate and ribbed column, tripod paw feet on concave-shaped base .
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20th Century British Neoclassical Furniture

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Silver Plate

Antique Russian Neoclassical Gilt Bronze, Opaline Glass and Crystal Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A superb antique Russian neoclassical gilt bronze, opaline glass, and crystal chandelier. The structure centers on a baluster-form opaline glass vase, mounted with gilt bronze elemen...
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20th Century European Neoclassical Furniture

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Crystal, Bronze

Vintage Boho Carved Stone Clam Shell Fonts - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Imbue your space with the romance of antiquity and the serenity of the coast with this magnificent pair of vintage carved stone shell fonts. Sculpte...
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Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Limestone, Marble

Pair of Italian Monumental Marble Obelisks
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Large Pair of Neoclassical Marble Obelisks, combining gray, green, ochre and white color marbles. Raised on Grey Marble Plinths. Italy, circa 1950 Dimensions: Height 80" Width (a...
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1950s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Marble

1980 s Gail Packer (American), Signed Framed Aquatint Etching, Artist s Proof
By Gail Packer 1
Located in Morristown, NJ
Gail Packer (American, 1945-2008), "Vineyard at Geyserville II", color etching on paper, pencil signed, titled and numbered "A.P." lower margin, matted and framed under glass, This...
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1980s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paper

Fauteuil en bois laqué
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Fauteuil en bois laqué France, 1950 Fauteuil en bois laqué mouluré et sculpté. Piétement galbé réuni par une entretoise en X. Garniture en cuir brun foncé. Style Louis XV. H 116 x L...
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1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Monumental Dennis Leen Attributed Patinated Iron Bronze Lantern
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Dramatic bespoke patinated iron and bronze lantern constructed on a monumental scale attributed to Dennis & Leen, Hollywood, CA. The grand Navarre lantern measures over 5 feet high a...
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze, Iron

A Large Bust of Apollo This is a good looking bust
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A Large Bust of Apollo This is a good looking bust, it has been on display outdoors so has a slightly weathered appearance, a piece with good presence The Statue is 21” high and 8”...
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1950s Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Cast Stone

Neoclassical Hand Painted Tole Table Lamp With Lion Heads
Located in Elkhart, IN
A beautiful vintage Neoclassical style brown tole lamp with hand-painted foliate swag and fruit accents. There are two lion heads on either side of the urn. USA, Late 20th Century ...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal, Brass

Pair of Double Arm Gilt Neoclassical Sconces
Located in Locust Valley, NY
A pair of Neoclassical gilt wall sconces, each featuring two gracefully scrolled arms and candle-style sockets with a center stem ending in a ball finial at top and bottom. The cent...
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Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Vintage French Bisque White Porcelain Maritime Figural Cherubs Table Lamp
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage French Bisque White Porcelain Maritime Figural Cherubs Table Lamp. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 37.5" H (to finial) x 27" H (to light socket) x 9" W x 9" D. {3-Way...
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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

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Porcelain

Neoclassical Pompeiian Style Italian Marble Specimen Console Table
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Amazing Italian iron and Carrara marble top specimen console table crafted in the neoclassical Pompeiian taste. The table features an Italian marble top measuring over 4 feet long in...
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

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Marble, Iron

Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Bidjar Carpet
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th-century Persian Bidjar Rug Details rug no. j4355 size 8' 9" x 12' 1" (267 x 368 cm)
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Early 20th Century Persian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wool

Mid-Century Italian Neo-Classical Greco Roman Soldier Foot Sculpture
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a mid-century Italian Greco Roman statue or figurine of a Roman soldier. It feels like it is either cast plaster or some sort of composite material. It is unmarked.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Composition

2 Pairs of Neo-Classical Style Carved Chimera Form Candle Holders / Bookends
Located in Queens, NY
2 pairs of neo-classical style mythological carved wooden candle holders / bookends in the shape of chimeras holding a candle stick in one hand on...
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20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Louis XVI Style French Gilt Bronze and Marble Pedestal
Located in London, GB
This refined pedestal is crafted from sumptuous materials and has an elegant and unusual shape. It could be used a standalone piece but would also make the perfect stand upon which to display a vase, urn...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

Pair of Antique Neo-Classical Bartolozzi Prints. 1907
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful prints of 18th Century Francesco Bartolozzi engravings after Cipriani Publshed by Otto Limited, London 1907 Blank verso The measurem...
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Early 1900s English Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Paper

1950 Paolo Buffa Permanente Cantu Midcentury Italy Design Wood Dining Table
Located in Brescia, IT
Paolo buffa La Permanente Mobili Cantù Italy, 1950s Wood with brass details Gorgeus Circle top. Excellent condiction no crack and no restorations.  
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1950s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Crystal and gilt bronze vase. France, early 20 century.
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Crystal and gilt bronze vase. France, early 20 century.
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Vintage Pink Persian Souf Silk Kashan Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
78120 Rare Vintage Pink Persian Souf Silk Kashan Rug, 02'10 x 04'05. From the heart of Kashan, where weaving has long been an elevated art form, comes this hand-knotted wool and silk...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wool, Silk

Antique Brass Doric Column Table Lamp. English, C.1920
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Elegant brass column lamp Original patina The lamp has been re-wired to UK standards. No shade Free UK shipping    
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1920s English Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

2 Large Chandeliers Carved Wood 8 Lights, 20th Century, circa 1930-1950
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
two large chandeliers carved wood 8 lights, 20th century, circa 1930-1950.
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Early 20th Century European Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Zabihi Collection Oversize Geometric Antique Persian Malayer Rug
Located in New York, NY
Description an early 20th century Mansion size Persian Malayer Geometric Rug Details rug no. j3803 size 11' 3" x 24' 6" (343 x 747 cm
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20th Century Persian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wool

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 ...
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1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal

Pair of English Neo-Classical Style White-Washed Urns
Located in Dallas, TX
This is a pair of English Neo-Classical Style terra cotta White-Washed Urns that adds a touch of elegance to any garden or outdoor space. Perfect for adding a classic and sophisticat...
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Early 20th Century English Neoclassical Furniture

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Terracotta

Early 20th Century Bombshell Trench Art Vase or Cooler in Patinated Brass
Located in Tilburg, NL
Bombshell Trench Art Vase or Cooler in Patinated Brass, Europe, early 20th Century. This is a large and very decorative trench art vase or cooler made from a heavy brass bombshell o...
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Early 20th Century European Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

French Wrought Iron Console with White Marble Top, 1940s
Located in Chicago, IL
A French console table from the 1940s, resting on an expressive hand-forged wrought iron base with fluid scrollwork and a central fleur-de-lis finial. The top is a thick-cut slab of ...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Marble, Wrought Iron

Antique International Sterling Silver Mounted Cut Glass Plate
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Neoclassical style cake plate or serving dish. In sterling silver and cut glass. By the International Silver Company. Stylistically similar to International's 'Wedgwood' pat...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Sterling Silver

Monumental Antique Roman Bronze Works Gilt American Bald Eagle Sculpture Statue
Located in Dayton, OH
Museum quality antique solid bronze 70lb sculpture by Roman Bronze Works of an eagle seated on the base with wings outstretched. Roman Bronze Works, now o...
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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Turned Wood Lidded Urn
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Handsome vintage lidded urn handcrafted in turned mahogany in a timeless classical form.
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20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood, Mahogany

French Hexagonal Bronze and Frosted Textured Glass Hanging Lantern, 1920s
Located in Barntrup, DE
French bronze hexagonal lantern with frosted textured glass, 1920s – an elegant Neoclassical-inspired pendant light. An elegant French hexagonal lantern from the 1920s, crafted from...
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1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Chapman Neo-Classical Style Brass and Marble Doric Column Table Lamps, Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a classic pair of neo- classical style Doric column form table lamps by Chapman. The lamps are marked and have marble bases. The height listed is to the socket. The shades ar...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble, Brass

French Neoclassical Style Pewter and Indigo Blue Glass Centerpiece, Jardiniere
Located in Barntrup, DE
French Neoclassical style pewter and indigo blue glass centerpiece, jardiniere. Splendid pewter and indigo blue glass centerpiece, finely decorated with acanthus and foliate motifs. ...
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1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Pewter

Imperial Grand Rapids Mahogany Butlers Tray Table, Circa 1960s
Located in Germantown, MD
Imperial grand rapids mahogany butlers tray table, Circa 1960s. Good vintage condition. Measures 24"W x 20"D x 26.75"H W5.
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage Italian Classic Mahogany Scroll Back Tufted Leather Side Chairs, Pair
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Italian set of 2 Classic Mahogany Scroll Back Tufted Leather Side Chairs w/Antique Gold Nailhead Trim - Pair
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Late 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Leather, Wood

Antique French Ormolu Mounted Baccarat Atrib. Crystal Flush Mount Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Antique French Ormolu mounted Baccarat ( atrib.) crystal flush mount chandelier. France, circa 1900s Attributed to Baccarat An impressive, diminutive work, which displays the s...
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Early 20th Century European Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Crystal, Metal, Ormolu

Zabihi Collection Antique Square Ziegler Mahal Square Rug
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th century authentic Ziegler Mahal Sultanabad rug. 9'2'' x 10'8''
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Early 20th Century Persian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wool

Large Finely Cast Bronze Lion Mask, Museum Mounted 20th Century
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Large, Finely Cast Bronze Lion Mask, Museum Mounted 20th Century Bronze lion mask: 12" W × 17" H Overall with base: approx. 20" H Base: 8" W × 4.25" D Condition: Unsigned; permanentl...
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20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

French Empire or Neoclassical Style Gilt Metal Mounted Porcelain Table Lamp
Located in Lomita, CA
The color and the elegance of this French Empire, Neoclassical style lamp in yellow with a swan makes it a standout. It is both dramatic and formal with a beautiful swan mount. The l...
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

A Harvesting Girl Statue by A . J . Scotte, 1885-1905
By A.J. Scotte
Located in Lisbon, PT
A neoclassical Harvesting Girl Spelter statue by A. J . Scotte (1885-1905) signed and dated ”1906” with foundry stamp mark on the base. Ideal for Classical schemes that needs a beau...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Spelter

pair of large neoclassical side tables in lacquered wood circa 1970
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
pair of large neoclassical side tables in lacquered wood circa 1970 price is for two
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Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Beech

Morning Sunrise Provincetown MA Pride Flag Impressionist Bird House Oil Painting
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Impressionist large Provincetown Massachusetts - A sunny and prideful morning walk in Provincetown. Birds soaring over the hill, with sail boats drifting in the wind below. Centering...
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Canvas, Paint

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.