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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
Hammered Brass jardinière with Lion Handle with Paw Feet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Oval brass hammered jardinière with paw feet, the lion handles are a great touch - a great oval shape and size for center piece, kitchen island - or as a p...
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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Set of Ten Neoclassical Style Iron Garden Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Stately set of ten wrought iron patio and garden dining chairs in the neoclassical taste. The set consists of all armchairs with a thick, heavy iron frame. The seats have a humped ba...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair of Carved Wood Painted Trumeau Mirror C. 1930
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of rectangular neoclassical style mirrors. The mirrors are painted in a cream color, accented with gold detailing. The top of each frame includes a decorative pediment, with a...
Category

1930s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Wood, Paint

Botanical Heavy Classic White Cast Aluminum Openwork Urn On Pedestal 2 Available
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Botanical Heavy Classic Painted White Cast Aluminum Openwork Urn On Pedestal With Interior Tin. Urn 19 1/2" H x 14" Round Pedestal 12" Square x 34" H 2 Available, Each S...
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20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Pair of Ralph Lauren Nickel Retractable Sconces
Located in Miami, FL
Pair Ralph Lauren 'Sargent' swing arm wall lamps, c., 2-light wall articulated wall sconce, in "Butler's silver" finish, marked "Ralph Lauren" on wal...
Category

1990s American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass, Nickel

Fine Baker Burl Ash and Ebonized Wood Regency Style Center Table
Located in Bridgeport, CT
From Baker Furniture’s, "Furniture Treasures of England and Ireland" line. A nicely crafted Regency style table with book matched top figured burl...
Category

20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Set of 8 Mastercraft Silk Velvet Dining Chairs
Located in Houston, TX
Set of 8 vintage Mastercraft Neoclassical style dining chairs. These ebonized chairs with bronze sabots have been newly modified and professiona...
Category

20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Antique Christofle Silvered Bronze Jardiniere Centerpiece
Located in New York, NY
Antique (19th century) French silvered bronze centerpiece bowl or jardiniere by Christofle, 20 by 13 3/4 by 6 inches, features engraved crests paying tribute to the CERCLE NATIONAL D...
Category

Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Circular Side Table in Wood with Lemongrass Marquetry Fillets
Located in Miami, FL
Circular side table. In wood with lemongrass marquetry fillets and agate lid.
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Early 20th Century Spanish Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble

Small Framed Acrylic on Wood Still-Life Oil Painting, signed
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
This miniature oil painting, titled Delft Pitcher is signed by the artist Alva Holcombe. The scene includes the blue and white Delft pitcher, books and fruit all sitting on a white d...
Category

Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood, Paint

Late 20th Century Contemporary Fruitwood Low Adjustable Shelf Bookcase
Located in Germantown, MD
A Late 20th Century Contemporary Fruitwood Low Adjustable Shelf Bookcase. Measures 30" in width, 13.75" in depth and 30.75" in height.
Category

20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Fruitwood

1920’s Caldwell Silver Plated Bronze and Mirror Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1920’s Caldwell etched mirrored sconces with silver plated arms for two lights
Category

1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Italian Neo-Classical Style Hand Painted Petite Commode or Side Table
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is an Italian neo-classical style hand painted petite commode or side table. Even the drawer interior is painted! It does have a key. Even though this looks early, it is more li...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Vintage White Architectural Terrarium/ Birdcage
Located in Waxahachie, TX
Dr. Livingstone, I presume? Made in the Philippines. In the manner of Maitland Smith. Would bring character and flare to any room. Lift top. Gorgeous architectural features. Wood ...
Category

Late 20th Century Philippine Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Iron

Ralph Lauren Academy Platinum Dinnerware, 4 Place Settings Set
Located in New York, NY
A set of 4 (four) place settings in the academy platinum pattern by Ralph Lauren Home collection. Bone china. Signed. Imported, production period 1995-2002. Features a platinum/silv...
Category

1990s Sri Lankan Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Two Cylindrical Four Light Brass Lanterns
Located in Stamford, CT
Two classical American four light cylindrical brass lanterns with curved glass panels. Hardwired with original canopies included. Priced individually.
Category

1950s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Vintage Replogle World Globe On Stand
Located in San Carlos, CA
For Sale: Vintage 1980s 16" Replogle World Globe on Wooden Stand Discover a piece of history with this beautifully crafted vintage Replogle globe, perfect for any collector or world...
Category

1980s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Vintage Regency Minton “Henley” China - Set of 63
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This sophisticated 63-piece dinnerware service by the legendary English maker Minton features the celebrated "Henley" pattern. Renowned for their superior fine bone china, this set s...
Category

Mid-20th Century British Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Pair Of Neoclassical Style Bronze Gueridon Tables for Restoration
Located in Bridgeport, CT
The pair with fine traditional Campaign form having Bronze Strap frames with the legs terminating in a delicately rendered Paw foot. The Stone tops in a deep black with good color d...
Category

Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Stone, Bronze

Gilt Sunburst Crown Light Fixture in Wrought Iron and Glass, Spain, 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Sunburst Crown Light Fixture, Gilt Iron, Gold Leaf, Pressed Glass Eye-catching neoclassical style sunburst ceiling light fixture from the Mid-Cent...
Category

20th Century Spanish Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf

1920 Gilt Bronze One Light Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1920’s gilt bronze one light sconces with sunburst design backplate
Category

1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

1920’s Caldwell Bronze and Etched Mirror Sconces with Cobalt Glass
Located in New York, NY
set of 4 circa 1920’s Caldwell etched mirrored backplate sconces with Cobalt blue glass
Category

1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

5 Vintage Santa Claus Holiday Figurines-Sane Day Shipping
Located in Boca Raton, FL
5 Cute Mid 20 th century Santa Claus figurines.
Category

1960s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Acrylic

John Vesey Stainless Steel Bronze Neoclassical Desk
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Extraordinary mid-century modern stainless steel and bronze writing table, desk, or bureau plat designed by John Vesey (American 1924-1992). Made in the grand neoclassical French Lou...
Category

20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Steel

1920s Caldwell Silver Plated Light Fixture with Opaline glass
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920’s silver plate light fixture neoclassic style with Opaline glass inset and three lights
Category

1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Silver Plate, Bronze

William Switzer Neo-Classical Style Carved Fruitwood Gilt Ottomans Stools Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of neo-classical style carved fruitwood and gilt upholstered ottomans. They are manufactured by William Switzerland, a prominent Canadian manufacturer. The fabric is v...
Category

Late 20th Century Canadian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Fruitwood, Giltwood

Antique Wrought Iron Two Tier Standing Basket
Located in Germantown, MD
Antique two tier wrought iron 2 tier standing basket in excellent condition. Solid Iron with great stability. For Indoor and outdoor use. Measures 16.5" in width x 10.5" in depth...
Category

Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

1950s Neoclassical White Crackled Ceramic Italian Bust of Antinoo
Located in Catania, Sicilia
The image shows a Neoclassical ceramic bust of Antinoo (Antinous), a celebrated figure from classical antiquity. This particular bust, dating from the 1950s, is crafted in a white ce...
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Bronze Sculpture after A. Canova, P. Bonaparte as Venus Victrix, Paris, 20th. C.
Located in Regensburg, DE
Solid bronze figure of a woman reclining on a sofa, “Paolina Bonaparte as Venus Victrix” – a famous motif by A. Canova, from Paris, probably around 1950. Engraved on the plinth “A. C...
Category

Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Library Stepladder in Wood, Leather and Brass
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This nice library stepladder is made of wood and brass, the steps are trimmed in leather. This is a French work. Circa 1940
Category

1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Three Piece Marble W/Brass Base French Neoclassical Cocktail Table
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Unusual 3 piece, which is 3 separate tables which butt up against each other to form 1 table. Although they can be used separately or spaced apart with a gap between them. Each table, slightly angled is about 18 inches at it's widest point. Bases are made from solid brass and with a organic styled leg, reticulated frame with heart cutouts...
Category

1960s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Carrara Marble, Brass

Unique Vintage European Jumbo Blown Gkass Christmas Ornament
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Unique Vintage European blown glass mercury glass Handpainted Jumbo Christmas Ornament 6” ball painted with flying angel over winter landscape. Unique collectible.
Category

1970s German Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Blown Glass

French Pair of Brass and Onyx-Top Bedside Cabinets, 2nd Quarter 20th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
constructed entirely of brass with rectangular inset onyx tops the frames having raised backsplashes, the cases each with one drawer and a door and raised on fluted tapering legs ter...
Category

1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Onyx, Brass

Uttermost Henzler Tiered Console Table
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Forged tiered iron frame and iron cross stretchers in antiqued gold leaf. Top is reinforced mirror and gallery shelf is clear tempered glass. Lightweight with style that packs a punc...
Category

20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Iron

Vintage European Jumbo Christmas Ball Handpainted
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Unique vintage European blown glass , Mercury I glass , skillfully painted winter landscape on a purple background.
Category

1970s German Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Blown Glass

Pair Neoclassical Style Tole Palm Tree Topiaries, Attributed to Maitland-Smith
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair Neoclassical Style Tole Palm Tree Topiaries, Attributed to Maitland-Smith This striking pair of Neoclassical-style tole palm tree topiaries exemplifies the enduring appeal of c...
Category

Late 20th Century Philippine Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Stone, Metal

Important Maison Jansen Velvet and Gilt Canapé, c. 1930s, Signed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful Maison Jansen settee in emerald green velvet and gilt frame, signed underneath with remnants of Jansen stamp. Incredible collectors piece, wi...
Category

1930s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood, Velvet

Antique Neoclassical Leaded Stained Glass Pine Floral French Doors Sidelite 90"
Located in Dayton, OH
A rare and impressive set of antique half glazed architectural salvaged French double doors and sidelites. Features a solid pine frame with arched, scrolled and neoclassical ribboned...
Category

Early 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Stained Glass, Pine

Neoclassical Style Brass Drinks Trolley with Removable Trays
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This neoclassical style drinks trolley is made of brass with removable trays. This bar cart is a French work in the style of Maison Jansen. Circa 1940
Category

1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Early 20th Century Italian Majolica Urn
Located in Houston, TX
Early 20th century Italian majolica urn. This gorgeous Italian majolica or maiolica urn or jardiniere is hand decorated with serpents, dolphins an...
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Maiolica, Majolica

Niermann Weeks French Neoclassical Style Black Gold Tole Iron Planters - Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of tall cast iron black and gold tole planters by Niermann Weeks. Niermann Weeks was very dedicated to brining authentic antique reproductions during the 80s/90s. Thes...
Category

Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Iron

3 Vintage German Wood Nutcrackers -Same day Shipping
Located in Boca Raton, FL
3 Vintage German polychrome wood Handpainted Nitcracker figurines.
Category

1960s German Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Neo-Classical Style Inlaid Mahogany Side Tables - Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of striking mid-century bench-made side tables. They have a beautiful finish with unique carved legs. I particularly like the platform that has four gilded circular fe...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of Neoclassical Style Steel Granite Top Bistro Tables
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Opulent pair of rare French chromed steel bistro tables featuring granite stone tops. The early 20th century tables are constructed from thick bar steel frames with an aged chrome fi...
Category

20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Steel

Tiffany Co. Porcelain Lidded Box Designed for Tauck World France
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Tiffany Co. porcelain round trinket box. Tiffany Co. porcelain round map box designed for Tauck World, Made In France. The porcelain lid cover ...
Category

Late 20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

French Neoclassical Marble Top Giltwood Console
Located in Astoria, NY
French Neoclassical Black Marble Top Giltwood Console, with inset figural porcelain decoration to center of each side, on four fluted tapered legs. 32.5" H x 32.5" W x 14" D. Provena...
Category

Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble

Neoclassical Grecian Faux Stone Column Acanthus Leaf Candle Holder Plant Stand 1
Located in Dayton, OH
Late 20th century faux stone plant stand / candle holder in the shape of the base of a neoclassical column featuring scrolled corners and drooping acanth...
Category

Late 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Resin

Bronze Lincoln Bookend or Doorstop, in the Style of Victor David Brenner
By Victor David Brenner
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Finely Cast Bronze Abraham Lincoln Profile Bust Bookend or Doorstop, in the Style of Victor David Brenner, ca. 1930s Bronze Lincoln Bookend or Doorst...
Category

20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze, Steel

Tall Vintage Stone Concrete Garden Birdbath on Pedestal
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Taller than average stone birdbath. Has weathered basin that sits on fluted pedestal. Comes into two parts. Holds water perfectly with no leaks or cracks. East Coast Delivery av...
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Concrete

Richard Frinier for Brown Jordan Venetian Garden Dining Suite
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Amazing patio and garden dining suite consisting of four dining armchairs and one stone top round dining table designed by Richard Frinier for Brown Jordan...
Category

20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Granite, Aluminum

Neoclassical Plaster Column Sculpture Pedestal Plant Fern Display Stand 50"
Located in Dayton, OH
Neoclassical inspired pedestal or sculpture / display stand. Made of chalkware (plaster) featuring round column form with distressed finish Dimensions: 14" x 14" x 49.5"h
Category

Late 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Plaster

French Gilt Metal and Alabaster Pedestal
Located in Astoria, NY
French Gilt Metal Mounted Alabaster Pedestal, early 20th century, of typical form. 36" H x 12" W x 12" D.
Category

Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Alabaster, Metal

Antique 1920s Johnson Chair Co. Mahogany Brown Mohair Library Wingback Chairs
Located in Dayton, OH
Pair of Johnson Chair Company Library Wingback Chairs, C. 1920s. Features a mahogany frame with neoclassical swag motif along the center and c...
Category

1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mohair, Mahogany

Art Deco Alabaster Urn Uplighter Lamp, White and Yelow Color, France, circa 1940
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Sculptural alabaster Art Deco period Urn table lamp with neoclassical design, France, 1940s. This elegant carved alabaster neoclassical 'upligh...
Category

1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Alabaster

Pair Monumental Arthur Court Neoclassical / Southwest Style Oval Salvers/Trays
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair Monumental Arthur Court Neoclassical/SSouthwest Style Oval Salvers/Trays Later 20th century  Elevate your interior with this captivating pair of monu...
Category

Late 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Pair Neoclassical Blanc de Chine Porcelain Urns, Attributed Nymphenburg, 20th C.
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of Neoclassical Blanc de Chine Porcelain Covered Urns, Attributed to Nymphenburg, 20th Century Four pieces in set: two lids and two vases Dimensions: 19" H × 10" W (to handles)...
Category

20th Century German Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

1940 Leaded Glass and Silver Plated Flush Mounted Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1940's silver plated bronze and leaded glass light fixture with 3 interior lights
Category

1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Walt Disneys "Mickey s Trailer, 1938", Iconic Color Animation Cel
Located in Stockholm, SE
Walt Disney, "Mickey's Trailer, 1938". Celluloid (xenographic line, ink-enhanced hand painted). Stamped The Walt Disney Company. Numbered 52/500. 29.5 x 49 cm. Movie "Mickey's Trailer," was the second short film, out of 100, that was produced 1938. An icon film. Published by Disney Art Editions in 1994. A certificate of authenticity executed by The Walt Disney Company accompanies the lot. Provenance: Animation Art Gallery/Amsterdam, acquired in 1995. An original production-used animation cel...
Category

1990s American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Plastic, Paper

Italian Carved Alabaster Urn Table Lamp, Acanthus Leaves
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage Italian hand-carved Alabaster accent or table lamp features baluster urn form with a wreath of leaves (most probably acanthus leaves) accentuating the top of the urn. The bo...
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Stone, Alabaster, Brass

Vintage French Empire Italian Carved Alabaster Column Table Lamps - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage French Empire Italian Carved Alabaster Column Table Lamps - a Pair. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 35" H (to finial) x 26" H (to light socket) x 5" W x 5" D. {3-Way (Y...
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Alabaster

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.