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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
Period: 21st Century and Contemporary
Dos Gallos Custom Geometric Walnut Wood Sideboard with Drawers
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bench made walnut sideboard with four drawers, turned legs and stretchers. Handcrafted pulls in dark bronze. Can be made in custom sizes and in custom finishes. Made in Los Angeles b...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Oak Parquetry Upholstered Bench, Light Oak
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Light oak parquetry upholstered bench with tapered legs. Crafted with rustic oak with an upholstered seat, this bench is the perfect addition to the foot of any bed or entryway. ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Large Antique Floor Mirror
Located in Westwood, NJ
Standing tall at an impressive 84 inches, this mirror features a misty églomisé surface, accented with a fading grid pattern that plays a captivating game of hide and seek across it...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Glass, Wood

French Directoire Style Medium-Large Secretary Desk in Wood, Orange Gray
Located in Landivy, FR
This Secretary desk is a handmade modernized interpretation of the French Directoire style at the end of the 18th century. This period design is remarkable with its straight, classic...
Category

2010s French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Leather, Wood, Cherry, Lacquer

Pair of German Neo-Classical Bedside Tables
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorative pair of German Neo-Classical style bedside tables. Very nice patina and 2 drawers for storage. Pretty!!
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Pillaret 34in Table Lamp by Studio DUNN
Located in Rumford, RI
This stately lamp features a dramatic contrast of textures and materials. Almost 3 feet tall, the linen and steel column lamp has a presiding presen...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass, Aluminum, Steel

Italian Jewelry Box
Located in New York, NY
Italian jewelry box. Neoclassical style miniature chest of drawers fit for jewels. A scaled replica of a Louis XVI boxwood, palissander, rosewood an...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Carrara Marble

Art Deco Gwendolyn Console Table Dark Brown Beech Handmade Portugal Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Gwendolyn console, handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. An elegant, classic console table made of solid beech. Gwendolyn enhances any interior by taking exceptional craftsmanship to a new level. The chemistry between the dark brown and champagne bronze...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Gold Leaf

Sculpture White Ballerina Hand, 24kt Golden Ceramic Butterfly Made in Italy
Located in Recanati, IT
The sculpture 'Ethereal Grace' was created by the artist Davide Morettini (sculptor) in a limited edition of 30 pieces in collaboration with deBlona, for the new 'Metamorphosis' coll...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Gold Plate

Neo Classic Inspired Dresser
Located in Westwood, NJ
The dresser showcases exquisite craftsmanship and attention to detail. Drawing inspiration from classical aesthetics, this chest exudes sophistication with its classic silhouette and...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Transitional Ebony Stained Maple Four Poster Cannonball Bed with Panel Headboard
Located in Tiverton, RI
An update of a traditional design, the Bristol Chessman bed features a four-square flat panel headboard and fully turned ball top posts with a dramat...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Pair of Neo Classic Incurved Commodes
Located in Westwood, NJ
Made of mahogany and finished in our Antique French Oak finish, this commode showcases the timeless beauty of classic design with a contemporary twist. The warm tones and rich grain...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Custom Side Table in Mahogany with Upholstered and Lacquered Top
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Halsey table can be made custom in your choice of wood and finish as well as custom dimensions (priced upon request) - the top can be made in finished wood or can be upholstered ...
Category

2010s American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mahogany, Lacquer

Oak Parquetry Upholstered Bench, Dark Oak
Located in Westwood, NJ
A dark oak parquetry upholstered bench with tapered legs. Crafted with rustic oak with an upholstered seat, this bench is the perfect addition to the foot of any bed or entryway. S...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Serge Roche Inspired White Tole Metal Wall Sconces, Three Available
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a Serge Roche inspired white tole metal wall sconce. They are electrified and in working order. They are not terribly old. There are three available.
Category

2010s Unknown Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal

5789 Carpanese Home Italia Upholstered Bed
Located in Sanguinetto, IT
Padded bed. Mattress measures 180 x 200cm. Characterized by beautiful headboard with curved design and vertical pipeline stitching. The sommier is upholstered with a metal golden fi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal

Pair of Classic Console Tables
Located in Westwood, NJ
A masterwork of neoclassical elegance, thoughtfully crafted with a refined silhouette and luxurious materiality. Inwardly curved edges bring sculptural shape to the figured crotch ve...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Pair of French Handmade Glazed Terracotta Anduze Planters by La Madeleine
Located in Dallas, TX
Add timeless Provençal elegance to your garden or interior with this pair of handmade Anduze planters by La Madeleine. Crafted in southern France using traditional techniques, each v...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Terracotta

Classic French Dining Chairs in Cherry Finish
Located in Westwood, NJ
Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this chair features a sophisticated sunbleached Cherry wood finish and graceful front turned, tapered and fluted legs, adding a touch of ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Sparta Armchair
Located in London, GB
A bold and sensual chair that is voluminous in scale. Pronounced by its prominent bolster arms and curved covered seat and back. Available in mohair velvet, cotton velvet, alpaca wo...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mohair, Velvet

Sparta Armchair
Sparta Armchair
$6,009 / item
Ralph Lauren Oval Round Extending Farm Rustic Claw Feet Dining Set, 7 Pieces
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The extremely rare Ralph Lauren dining set is statement piece which is also comfortable and packed with personality! Just look at the details a...
Category

2010s Chinese Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

French Neoclassical Parma Console Table Hand Carved Handmade Portugal Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Neoclassical Parma Console Table, Neoclassical collection, handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. A French Neoclassical style console table, Parma is hand carved in beech w...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Onyx, Quartz, Travertine, Marble, Carrara Marble

Sally Sirkin Lewis Neoclassical Marble Top Library Table Desk
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Opulent marble top library table or partners desk designed by Sally Sirkin Lewis for J. Robert Scott known as the Sheffield library table (mod...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble

French provincial demi-lune console table in solid cherry, Bordeaux lacquered
Located in Landivy, FR
This French demi-lune console table belongs to our TRADITION collection, which takes its design and inspiration from the French countryside "proviincial" style, also called "Campagne chic". The finish of the pieces are made with soft and charming lacquers. This piece is made 100% of solid French cherry wood, All solid woods we use come from French sustainably managed French forests. The finish offers a bordeaux lacquer...
Category

2010s French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood, Cherry, Oak, Lacquer

2 Doors Directoire Cabinet in Solid French Cherry Grey Lacquered
Located in Landivy, FR
This cabinet is a handmade and modernized interpretation of the French Directoire style at the end of the 18th century. This period is remarkable with its straight, classical and tim...
Category

2010s French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Cherry, Oak

Custom Walnut Side Table or Nightstand with Drawer by Dos Gallos
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom table with drawer. Can be made in any size and finish. Shown here in walnut with a walnut #1 finish and heavy distress. Made in Los Angeles by Dos Gallos Studio. CUSTOM PRICES...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Jay Strongwater Vintage 7” by 5” Enamel Frame
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Vintage Jay Strongwater polychrome enamel photo frame with frogs and water lilies. Rare collectible.
Category

Early 2000s American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Enamel

Set of Four Rose Tarlow Feather Chairs with Fortuny Seats
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Distinctive set of four dining chairs designed by Rose Tarlow having Fortuny fabric seats. Known as feather chairs the bespoke set has a custom lacquered finish. The frames were inte...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pair of Painted Italian Neo Classic Bedside Chests
Located in Westwood, NJ
Italian Neo Classic Painted bedside chest. A wonderful reproduction of fine 18th-century Italian cabinetry. Linen color painted and textured with geometric gray painted designs. With...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Monumental Neoclassical Style Curule Iron Base Console Table
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Amazing neoclassical style console table or center table featuring an X form curule leg. base crafted from thick iron. The iron is topped with a 2.5" inch thick top of mahogany venee...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Iron

Workstead Pendolo Flush Mount Small
Located in Floyd, VA
Pendolo Flush Mount is a versatile flush-mount fixture, capable of serving as a down-light or directional wall washer. Available in either Natural Burlap o...
Category

2010s American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Nickel

Contemporary Nickel-Plated Iron Pedestal Dining Table Base
Located in Sheffield, MA
The pedestal table base is made of nickel silvery brushed iron. The style of the pedestal base is the Classic square baluster. The top could be round or square -- glass, wood, stone ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Iron

Norman Rockwell by Elizabeth Miles Montgomery Hardcover Oversized Book
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Norman Rockwell by Elizabeth Miles Montgomery Hardcover Oversized Book. This is a Large Picture Book of Norman Rockwell's art, as presented in the Saturday Evening Post. There are ov...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Paper

Swedish Painted Commode, Antiqued White
Located in Westwood, NJ
Swedish painted commode, this neo-classic painted commode in an antiqued white London mist finish with three long lockable drawers, canted corn...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

French Neoclassical Parma Console Table Hand Carved Handmade Portugal Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Neoclassical Parma Console Table, Neoclassical collection, handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. A French Neoclassical style console table, Parma is handcarved in linden wo...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble, Onyx, Quartz, Travertine, Carrara Marble

Neoclassical Plaza Ottoman Eucalyptus Leather Handmade Portugal Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Neoclassical Plaza Ottoman, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. A comfy ottoman with a luxurious touch. Upholstered in high standard Italian beige leat...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Leather

French Handcrafted White Cream Lacquered Open Bookcase in Solid Oak Wood
Located in Landivy, FR
This classical bookcase Unit is made of French Oak. It can be combined with other units to get a full wall of bookcases. This unit has one fixed wooden shelf + 3 removable and adj...
Category

2010s French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Oak, Wood

French Countryside Console Table in Cherry, 100% Made in France
Located in Landivy, FR
This console table's design is in a French Countryside style, also called "Campagne chic". This rectangular console table is made of French cherrywood and has 1 wooden shelf between the legs. GONTIER, a brand of MON PETIT MEUBLE...
Category

2010s French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood, Cherry, Oak, Lacquer

Linen Pillow, Green Sage 20x20"
Located in Dural, AU
Australian artisan design and craftsmanship, this sage green linen pillow provides casual luxury for interiors fused with timeless elegance. Featuring high-end, European linen expressing the beauty of sustainable design bringing soft textural elements to furniture and interiors. The white velvet piping trim adds a contemporary touch and completes the luxurious and graceful design of the heavy-weight linen pillows. Sold as single units, each sage green pillow...
Category

2010s Australian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Linen

Pair of Classic Nightstands with a Weathered Finish
Located in Westwood, NJ
A perfect blend of elegance and functionality. This wide rectangular side table features two spacious drawers adorned with brass hardware, providing ample storage for your essentials...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Swedish Painted Commode, Antiqued Grey
Located in Westwood, NJ
Large 48" wide Swedish painted commode, this neoclassic painted commode in an antiqued grey finish with three long lockable drawers, canted cor...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

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...
Category

2010s Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Limestone

Antique Stained Tiger Maple Four Poster Bed, Rolltop Headboard by Scott James
Located in Tiverton, RI
This is our Watch Hill bed, named after Watch Hill, Rhode Island. The Watch Hill bed has a commanding presence. Shown here in our rare five inch premium sol...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Custom Garden Metal Dining Table Base Made by BH&A
Located in Sheffield, MA
Elegant and rustic at the same time, this custom made wrought iron garden dining table base can be used indoors or outdoors, porch or patio. Add the table top of your choice be it wo...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Iron

Wood Frame Daybed in Oak with Attached Neck Rest and Loose Cushion
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Douglas daybed is a modern styled piece - attached neck roll with a loose seat cushion made of high density foam wrapped in down and feather - wo...
Category

2010s American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Oak

Tufted Club Chair in Blue Linen Fabric with Turned Wood Legs and Nailhead Trim
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Lewis club chair shown in blue linen fabric with tufted back and self covered buttons. All hair filled and stitched upholstery with hand carved dark m...
Category

2010s American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Linen, Mahogany

Theodore Alexander Upholstered Walnut Dining Chair
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Theodore Alexander Upholstered Walnut Dining Chair This chair measures: 21.5 wide x 24.5 deep x 40.75 inches high, with a seat height/chair clearance of 20.5 inches We take our pho...
Category

Early 2000s American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Upholstered Club Chair Shown in Tweed Fabric with Nailhead Trim and Carved
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Colin club chair is an elegant addition to your Den or Library. All handcrafted in our shop in Brooklyn, it is upholstered with hand tied springs and ...
Category

2010s American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Linen, Mahogany

Oak Parquetry Media Cabinet, Light
Located in Westwood, NJ
An oak parquetry four-door entertainment media cabinet, perfect to use as a cabinet for additional storage space or an entertainment console. It has oak ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Laudarte SLR Gilt Bronze Wall Sconces with Marble Insets, Pair of Tania AP 2L
Located in Miami, FL
Laudarte SLR Gilt Bronze Wall Sconces with Stone Insets, Pair of Tania AP 2L Offered for sale is a pair of Ludarte SLR Tania gilt bronze wall sconces with two lights characterized ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Pair of Vintage Fortuny Throw Pillows
Located in Chicago, IL
These hand-crafted pillows were designed by a local Chicago artist and textile historian who lovingly repurposes the vintage fabrics, garments and embroidery fragments she collects d...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Cotton, Silk

Litchfield Writing Desk in Cherry with Leather Inlay Top and Cock Beaded Drawers
Located in Tiverton, RI
The solid cherry Litchfield writing desk has a gold embossed inlaid leather top with country farmhouse style legs and 3 cock beaded drawers with antique brass bail pulls. The leather...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

Wood Framed Chair with Loose Back and Seat Cushions
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Viva club chair is a beautifully styled and comfortable armchair shown with linen cushions and arm pads - all hand sewn cushions with feather and down inserts with carved wood fr...
Category

2010s American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Linen, Oak

Zinc Book Shelf
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Unique shelving unit created by a Belgium designer, Francine Villier-Levy. This tall unit in created using a zinc window pediment from a Parisian build...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Iron, Zinc

Italian Carved Limestone Fountain Spout of the Roman God Mars
Located in Dallas, TX
Hand-carved in Italy, this limestone fountain spout depicts the Roman God of war and courage, Mars. As seen here, Mars is often depicted in art wearing a crested helmet. The helmet i...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Stone, Limestone

French Neoclassical Sofa Donna Jacquard Champagne Handmade Portugal
Located in Lisboa, PT
Sofa Donna, Neoclassical Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. This Sofa adds a sophisticated and refined touch to any li...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Gold Plate

French Directoire Style Bed Frame in Stained Solid Cherry
Located in Landivy, FR
This bed frame is a handmade and modernized interpretation of the French Directoire style at the end of the 18th century. This period is remarkable with its straight, classical and timeless lines. This wooden bed frame...
Category

2010s French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Cherry, Oak

Swedish Painted Extension Dining Table
Located in Westwood, NJ
A simple, clean-lined, and elegant Swedish Neo Classic style extension dining table. A modern interpretation of a 19th-century Swedish design, this extension dining table is ideal am...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Swedish Bowfront Whitewash Dresser
Located in Westwood, NJ
Perfectly balanced and gracefully curved, it showcases three reeded drawers lined with subtle polka dots and dramatic dark bronze bail pulls that evoke an air of refined distinction....
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

ELVIS The King Le King en devenir French edition Hardcover 1st Edition 2006
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
ELvis: A King in the Making Hardcover – 1st Edition 2006 by Alfred Wertheimer (Author), Peter Guralnick (Author).From the Estate of the famous fashion designer Christian Audigier Bev...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Paper

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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