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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 Chartreuse Green Velvet Knife Edge Pillow Cases
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Offered is a pair of 22" x 22" pillow covers in a beautiful green cotton velvet. Like all velvets, the color will vary depending on the angle of light, from a light to medium green c...
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2010s American Neoclassical Furniture

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Cotton, Velvet, Down

Pair of Patinated and Gilt Bronze Mermaids Sculpture Torcheres/Candelabras
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a pair of large heavy patinated bronze mermaids sculptures torcheres and/or candelabras. Both depict a half hair styled head and naked trunk...
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18th Century Unknown Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

1960s French Neoclassical Hand Brass and Opaline Glass Sconces, 3 Pair Available
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of French neoclassical wall sconces figuring a hand holding a globe. 3 pair available. Each takes one light bulb with max. 60 watts. US wired and in working condition. Back ...
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1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass, Metal

Pair of French Sconces by Lunel , 4 Pairs available
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of neoclassical Maison Lunel French wall sconces with original white opaline shade, circa 1950s. Projection to the wall :6" Maximum wattage : 40 watt per bulb. US wired and in w...
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Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Americana Windsor Style Chair / Rush Seat
By Nicholas & Stone Co
Located in Malibu, CA
Attributed to but not stamped "Nicholas & Stone" vintage mahogany /maple Windsor style bow back side chair with original rush seat.
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20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Rush, Mahogany

Psiqué Dressing Mirror, Mahogany, Bronze, Marble, 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Note the neoclassical influence of the decorative elements and the composition of the furniture, highlighting the figure inspired by the classical mythology of the upper part (it is ...
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19th Century European Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble, Bronze, Other

Table, Wood, Iron Fasteners, Spain, 18th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Spanish wooden table with lyre legs and iron fasteners. 18th century. The two lyre legs that support the table have wavy lines in the lower area and some shapes on the sides reminiscent of those of French cabriolet...
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18th Century Spanish Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Iron

Neoclassical Style Pair Of Brown Marble Bell Shaped Urns
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a set of brown marble bell shaped urns with gilt bronze ram heads and square marble pedestals. The marble has a bold white veining patte...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble

Monumental 19th Century Northern Italian Hand Painted Bench
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful hand painted wood bench was made in Italy in the 19th century. Since Schumacher was founded in 1889, our family-owned company has been synonymous with style, taste,...
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood, Paint

Vintage Portuguese Secla Majolica Lettuce Leaf Lunch Plates, Pair, Lemon Yellow
Located in Chicago, IL
A pair of ceramic lemon-yellow color lettuce leaf plates by Secla. This wonderful pair of Portuguese plates will be a fabulous touch on your serving table. Each plate features a rais...
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20th Century Portuguese Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

English Wedgwood Jasperware Bowl Neoclassical
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful English Wedgwood Jasperware sage green and white matte stoneware bowl, in the Neoclassical design style, circa mid- to late 20th century, E...
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20th Century English Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware

Impressive Maison Baguès Pair of Bronze Sconces, 3 Pairs Available
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of heavy and solid bronze wall sconces by Maison Baguès featuring a hand holding a glass shade torch. Original old glass shade torch, 5" diam. 4" diameter back plate. 75W/bul...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

1833 Blue Floral Painted Cabinet
Located in Albignasego, IT
Blue Tyrolean wardrobe dated 1833 Period: 1833 Origin: Tyrol Essence: Fir Measures: Height: 174cm Width: 98cm (111cm at the frames) Depth: 46 cm (51 cm at the frames) Description...
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1830s Austrian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Fir

Pair of Baker Furniture Neoclassical Armchairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fantastic, vintage pair of neoclassical-style armchairs by the Baker Furniture Company. These super-stylish chairs consist of lacquered and gilded wood frames with open arms. Fron...
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1960s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Paint

Magnificent Matthew Boulton (1728-1809) Sterling Silver 4 Branch Epergne
Located in San Francisco, CA
A magnificent neoclassical design sterling silver 4 branch epergne with 4 small perimeter cut glass bowls around a large central cut glass vessel, made and fully hallmarked by the fa...
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Late 18th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Sterling Silver

Pair of Neoclassical Chests of Drawers, Italy early 19th Century
Located in New York, NY
A large pair of Italian neoclassical chests, each featuring two drawers and tapered legs with brass caps. The escutcheons, shaped like shiel...
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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Pair Of Italian Faux Bamboo Mirror Candle Sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These impressive vintage Italian mirrored candle sconces were a bit challenging to photograph because of the mirror reflection. Each sconce accommodates 1 candle Heavy, solid wro...
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1960s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Iron, Gold Leaf

Solid Bronze Bench With Neoclassical Rams Head Hoof Feet & Custom Cushion
Located in West Palm Beach, US
This Neoclassical bronze bench from the 1980s showcases a distinctive Rams head and hoof design with a Curule seat. Crafted entirely from bronze, it exudes elegance and sophisticatio...
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1980s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze

Italian Malachite Table Lamp, Imported By Marbro
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Exquisite, 1960s malachite and brass table lamp in the neoclassical style. Designed and manufactured by Gherardo Degli Albizzi, Florence, Italy. Imported by the Marbro Lamp Company. ...
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1960s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Malachite, Brass

Early 20th Century French Sovannerie Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite early 20th-century French Savonnerie rug showcases an elaborate pattern rich with large-scale floral swags, acanthus leaves, ribbon twists, and a variety of neoclassic...
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Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wool

Neoclassical Alabaster Urn Lamp with Handles & Amphora Shape
Located in Barcelona, ES
Carved Alabaster Amphora Shaped Tall Table Lamp, Spain, 1930s-1940s This Art Deco period alabaster lamp has an elegant neoclassical design with Art Deco accents. Twin Handles at both...
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20th Century Spanish Neoclassical Furniture

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Alabaster

Giltwood Chaise Lounge By Ebanista/Pakzad International
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning, carved gilt-wood bench with rolled arms and velvet upholstery from Ebanista/Pakzad International Real 24kt gold leaf finish and salmon pink velvet upholstery. A stateme...
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Early 2000s European Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Giltwood, Velvet

Gio Ponti Blue Reclining Armchair with Matching Footstool
Located in London, GB
This iconic reclining armchair with a matching footstool, designed by Gio Ponti 1950s. Crafted with a wooden frame and fabric upholstery, it offers timeless elegance and comfort. Pe...
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Important Neoclassical late 18th Century Italian Giltwood Console Table
By Giueseppe Maria Bonzanigo
Located in Worpswede / Bremen, DE
Very fine and extraordinary North-Italian console table of large proportions with a beautiful marble top (Brèche Médicis). The entire console table is richly decorated with classicis...
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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble

18th Century French Carved Walnut Stool w/Gilded Silver Leaf
Located in Chicago, IL
18th Century French Carved Walnut Stool w/Gilded Silver Leaf. Absolutely beautiful stool in great condition. Measures 18" tall 16'5" wide 12" deep
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1750s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Velvet, Wood

Stunning Neoclassical Style Tapestry Upholstered Bench
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Stylish Neoclassical bench having reeded cast brass tapered legs and fabulous tapestry upholstery with royal shield motif.
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1970s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Mid 20th Century Restored Neoclassical Style Bamboo and Brass Sideboard
Located in North Fort Myers, US
Circa 1975 stunning diagonally applied Reed Bamboo and brass hardware sideboard with black lacquered cube feet and amazing amount of storage for a Neoclassical style. the piece has ...
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1980s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

1965′ Maison Charles Fougères Lamp In Bronze Signed
Located in Paris, FR
SCULPTURE LAMP Fougéres model in gilded bronze with its oval-shaped lampshade in double patina brushed gilded brass with top and bottom edging on its black marble base. Dimensions: H...
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1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Pair Of 19th Century Green Marble & Ormolu Vases
Located in Firenze, IT
Shipping policy No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). A Pair of 19th Century Marble Vases...
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1830s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

Mid-Century Coffee Table by Palazzi dell'Arte Cantù , Paolo Buffa attributed
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Mid-Century Walnut coffee table by Palazzi dell'Arte Cantù attributed to Paolo Buffa, edged top and gold leaf lion feet. Rounded top . Elegant and modern with a classic baroque shape...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Neoclassic Beidermeire Mirrors Beveled Edge Ferguson Copeland
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Spectacular pair of neoclassical mirrors with dolphin or fish and ancanthus detail. Imposing presence with mantle style top, center star flanked by dolphin fish. Nicely tapered desig...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Italian 19th Century Big Size Florence Architectural Hand-Coloured Print
Located in Scandicci, Florence
A rare extra-large print, printed on engraving paper with an antique star press and watercoloured by hand representing an antique capital. The capital'...
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1840s Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Paper

19th Century Russian Giltwood Armchair
Located in Essex, MA
Period Early 19th Century Russian Giltwood and Painted Armchair or Bergere. In style of Rossi. Incredible proportion and size. Good size for modern sitting...
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Early 19th Century Russian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Giltwood

French Neoclassical Console Table Exilis Hand Carved Handmade Portugal
Located in Lisboa, PT
Console Exilis Neoclassical collection, handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. A French Neoclassical Style console table, Hand Carved in Linden Wood. An exclusive and sumpt...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble, Silver Leaf

French Neoclassical Sofa Dormeuse Jacquard Champagne Handmade Portugal
Located in Lisboa, PT
Sofa Dormeuse, Neoclassical Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. The sofa Dormeuse adds a sophisticated and refined touc...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Gold Leaf

Antique Bronze Marble Inkwell Desk Serpent Inkstand French c1880 FREE SHIPPING
Located in Mimizan, FR
Antique bronze marble inkwell desk crystal inkstand French c1880 Unusual serpent base Bronze on variegated marble base Holds pen across the top With crystal inkwell Free Shipping to...
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1880s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Crystal, Marble, Bronze

Neoclassical Venetian Grotto Style Dolphin Center Table
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Amazing round pedestal center table or dining table featuring a neoclassical Venetian or grotto style triple dolphin motif base. Crafted fr...
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20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Glass, Plaster

French Neoclassical Mirror Grandioso Gold Leaf Handcarved in Portugal
Located in Lisboa, PT
French Neoclassical Mirror Grandioso, French Neoclassical Collection, handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. A French Neoclassical Sty...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Gold Leaf

Raymond Subes Style Marble Top Coffee Table
Located in Miami, FL
Raymond Subes Style Marble top coffee table .
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1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble, Brass, Bronze

Giacometti inspired Wrought iron chairs A set of 4 dining chairs
By Alberto and Diego Giacometti
Located in Cumberland, RI
Giacometti inspired Wrought iron chairs A Set of 4 dining chairs In stock and read to ship is this set of four heavy iron garden chairs, with an exquisite aged verdigris style fi...
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron

French Neoclassical Parma Console Table Hand Carved Handmade Portugal Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Parma console, Neoclassical collection, handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. A French Neoclassical style console table, Parma is handcarved in linden wood. An exclusive a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble, Silver Plate

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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Gold Leaf

Art Deco Sumy Chaise Longue DEDAR Red Cotton Velvet Handmade Portugal Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Sumy Chaise Longue, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Sumy puts a modern twist on the traditional chaise l...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Maison Charles, Pair of Neoclassical Sconces, France, circa 1960
Located in New York, NY
Signed: Charles & Fils. From the small committee room on the 1st floor of the Palais des Consuls in Rouen, these remarkable sconces possess five arms each rising like gilded serpents from their columnar center. Each is crowned...
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1960s Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Griotte Rouge Vases Attributed to Charles-henri-Joseph Cordier
Located in New Orleans, LA
Fashioned of rare and precious griotte rouge marble and gilt bronze, these vases embody neoclassical elegance at its finest. Borrowing its forms a...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Griotte Marble, Bronze

Neoclassical Italian Blue and Gold patinated Console Table with Faux Marble top
Located in Baambrugge, NL
An Italian Neoclassical console table patinated in blue, with golden details; guirlandes, rosettes and a lions head in the centre and fluted legs. Very attractive sidetable with pain...
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Early 20th Century Sterling Silver Table Lamp by Hamilton & Inches, Ltd.
Located in Austin, TX
This exquisite masterpiece seamlessly marries sterling silver and crystal, embodying the luxurious aesthetics of the early 20th century. The lamp’s base and stem, meticulously forged from polished sterling silver, exude timeless elegance. Every curve and contour reflects the skillful craftsmanship of its creators. The crystal centerpiece, clear and pristine, captures light in a mesmerizing dance—a symphony of refractions that illuminates its surroundings with a soft, ambient glow. But it’s the hallmarks that truly elevate this lamp. Engraved with precision, they authenticate its origin and quality. The thistle...
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Early 20th Century Scottish Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

Swedish Late 18th Century Neoclassical Painted Bed with Medallions
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish neoclassical period painted rams head bed from the late 18th century, with new mattress, box spring and upholstery. Created in Sweden during the later years of the 18th century, this bed includes the headboard, side rails and footboard, as well as a custom mattress measuring 52" D x 75" W. Showcasing an out-scrolling back, rams heads on the posts and a carved ribbon-tied medallion with beaded accents, echoed on the sides, this neoclassical period late 18th century Swedish bed...
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18th Century Swedish Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Wood

American Classic Urn shape Glass Chandelier
Located in Fairfax, VA
Beautiful case glass white/ clear satin urn shape chandelier with bronze hardware. Professionally rewired and ready for installation.
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1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

20th Century Pair of White Resin Cherub Lamps on Wooden Bases by G. Ruggeri
Located in Miami, FL
These lamps have a white creram glazed finish that covers this pair of resin cherubs from Italy in the early 20th century. They sit upon black finis...
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Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Resin

Pocket Watch, Frères Esquivillon & De Choudens, Paris, France
By Frères Esquivillon & De Choudens
Located in Madrid, ES
Pocket watch, Frères Esquivillon & De Choudens (circa 1765-1830). Paris, France, 19th century Saboneta pocket watch with the exterior decorated in enamels (architectural compositio...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Other

18th Century Italian Neoclassical Oil on Canvas Screen with Trompe L’œil
Located in IT
18th century, large Italian neoclassical oil on canvas four panels screen with Trompe L’œil These large screen is composed of four panels in oil on canvas painted. Neoclassical, dating to the second half of the 18th century. Each panel represents a trompe l'oeil, with a classical architecture with square section marble columns and large clogging. Inside the pink space of the first and third panels are painted, as inserted in a niche with bronze frame, ancient busts...
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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Canvas

Classic golden mirror
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Big golden color mirror with beautiful sculpture details and with a cut glass mirror.
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1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mirror

Henkel Harris Wild Black Cherry Oval Wall Mirror
Located in New York, NY
Henkel Harris Wild Black Cherry Oval Wall Mirror with stylized deep ogee profile and inside edge bead. Wire on back for hanging. Tag on back: Virginia Galleries, The Henkel-Harris Co. Winchester...
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20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Cherry

Italian Mid-Century Flower-Shaped White Alabaster Table Lamp or Mood Lamp, 1950s
Located in Barntrup, DE
Italian mid-century flower-shaped white alabaster table lamp or mood lamp, from the circa 1950s. Absolutely adorable white/ivory color alabaster table lamp o...
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1950s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Alabaster

Unique Tulip Shaped Garden Urn/Planter
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Italian tulip-shaped urn or planter, crafted from cement, combines robust functionality with aesthetic grace, making it a striking addition to any garden setting. The tulip sha...
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1930s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Cement

Pair of French Neoclassical Style Parcel Gilt Mahogany Pedestals
Located in London, GB
Pair of French neoclassical style parcel gilt mahogany pedestals French, early 20th century Measures: Height 104cm, width 41cm, depth 33cm This fine pair of mahogany pedestals i...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

18th-19th Century French Neoclassical Fireplace Grate or Fire Grate
Located in Amerongen, NL
18th-19th century French Neoclassical fireplace grate made of brass and wrought iron. The fireplace grate is in a good condition and is fully functional.
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wrought Iron, Brass

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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