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
Framed 1838 North America & Recent Discoveries Map
Located in Stamford, CT
1838 map of North America & recent discoveries. Engraved color map by J. Wyld, London, England. This map shows Texas as a Republic without its panhandle.
Framed in brown carved wood...
Category
1830s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Glass, Wood, Paper
White Oak Round Coffee Table
Located in Westwood, NJ
This elegantly designed piece combines functionality with style, making it the perfect centerpiece for any living room. Crafted from high-quality oak, the table white washed finish t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
Mid 20th Century Vintage Boho Portrait on Dog on Canvas, Framed
Located in west palm beach, FL
Gorgeous portrait of a small greyhound. The detail in the fur almost appears textural and the artist did a great job of depicting light reflecting off of the dog’s coat. The green gr...
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Paint
Mid 20th Century Vintage Boho Original Figural of Young Man Oil on Canvas, Frame
Located in west palm beach, FL
This original oil on canvas depicts a young boy in jeans smirking with his hands in his pockets. Compelling detail and strategic brush strokes and shading with subtle additions of co...
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Paint
Pair of Italian Agateware Porcelain Lamps with Medusa Masks, Wreaths, & Handles
Located in New York, NY
A Magnificent Pair of Italian Agateware Porcelain Lamps with Medusa Masks, Wreaths, and Handles. The lamps are fashioned in the neoclassical style and feature a brightly-contrasted ...
Category
Early 1900s Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Geneva music box with bells
Located in STRAČOV, CZ
Antique music box decorated with rosewood and marquetry. The machine has six melodies, it is marked. Condition: before restoration, a new comb is needed - see photo. Dating: second h...
Category
1870s Swiss Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
Northern European 5 Tier Etagere
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Biedermeier style 5 tier fruit wood etagere, late 19th century. With 5 shelves all 5 shelves are graduated in size with serpentine shaped front edges, each shelf has 4 spire shaped f...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Fruitwood
Pair of Michael Taylor Style Montecito Chairs and Ottoman
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Iconic pair of patio and garden cast aluminum chairs and ottoman made in the style and manner of Michael Taylor by a foundry in Los Angeles, CA. The Montecito chairs feature an overs...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
Classical style cut glass & silver wine jug
Located in London, GB
Elegant, neoclassical style engraved glass antique wine jug with silver handle and mounts. Made during the latter part of the Edwardian era, the jug's glass body is hand blow and bea...
Category
Early 20th Century British Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
Large 1856 Mexico & Guatemala Framed Map by Charles Desilver
Located in Stamford, CT
Large 1856 Mexico & Guatemala Framed map. Published by Charles Desilver, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
As found high end custom framing with black giltwood frame, custom matting and UV...
Category
1850s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Glass, Wood, Paper
Beautiful 18th-19th Century Dutch Neoclassical Fireplace Grate or Fire Grate
Located in Amerongen, NL
Beautiful late 18th or early 19th century Dutch Neoclassical fireplace grate. Hand forged of wrought iron. The fireplace grate is in a good condition and is fully functional.
Category
Early 19th Century Dutch Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron, Brass
Narrow Elegant Neoclassical Style Italian Hand Painted Mirror with Aged Glass
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Exceptional hand painted narrow neoclassical style mirror , made of three original glass sections, the frame is elegant hand painted , The mirror is aged glass and has some minor sp...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Glass, Wood
18th Century Neoclassical Dutch Marquetry And Upholstered Armchair
Located in Germantown, MD
An 18th Century Neoclassical Dutch Marquetry Satinwood inlays And Upholstered Armchair. Frame in good antique condition. Need new upholstery. We can have it Reupholstered to suit you...
Category
Mid-18th Century Dutch Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Kingwood, Satinwood, Walnut
Pair 20th Century Empire Style Gold Gilt Ram Heads Bergère or Tub Chair
Located in Houston, TX
A pair of 20th Century classically styled gilt wood bergére chairs newly upholstered in a white cotton ticking fabric with feather down wrapped seat cushion.
These chairs also avail...
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood, Giltwood
Rounded Brass Umbrella Stand
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This nice rounded umbrella stand is made of brass and cast iron. This is a French work. Circa 1900
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Neoclassical Style Brass Side Table by Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This neoclassical style side table is made of brass with fluted legs. This is a French work by Maison Jansen. Circa 1940
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Historistic table lamp with fabric shade vienna around 1890s
Located in Wien, AT
Historistic table lamp with fabric shade vienna around 1890s
Brass polished and stove enameled
The fabric shade is replaced ( new )
Category
1890s Austrian Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pair of Four Sides Quality Solid Brass Hanging Lanterns
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Elegant four sides hanging lantern made of solid brass with, seeded glass, and three 40/watt lights. suitable for webs location .
Ready to use, brass canopies included.
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
1834 Mexico & Guatemala Framed Map by H.S. Tanner
Located in Stamford, CT
1834 Mexico & Guatemala map of published by H.S. Tanner, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Engraved by J. Knight.
As found high end custom framing with carved wood frame, custom matting a...
Category
1830s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Glass, Wood, Paper
Late 18th Century French Neoclassical Louis XVI Inlaid Walnut Marble Top Commode
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A fine late 18th Century French inlaid walnut commode, dresser or large chest of drawers, having high Louis XVI neoclassical form, three spacious drawers, separated by a moulding tha...
Category
Late 18th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble, Bronze
18th-19th Century French 'the Time' Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, NL
Late 18th or early 19th Century Neoclassical period French fire back with the time. The time, an old man with a scythe, symbol of the ephemeral character of life.
The fireback is ma...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Iron
Brass and Wood Two Tiers Gueridon by Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This neoclassical style two tiers tripod gueridon is made of brass and mahogany. This is a French work by Maison Jansen. Circa 1940
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Italian early 19th century Neo-Classical st. Gilt and patinated wood Gouache
By Michelangelo Maestri
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An important and high quality Italian early 19th century Neo-Classical st. Gilt and patinated wood Gouache, by Maestri Michelangelo. This beautiful Gouache is framed within a rectang...
Category
Early 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood, Giltwood
Smith & Watson Burlwood Round Table
Located in New York, NY
Smith and Watson round table with burlwood veneer and upon hexagonal base with maker's plaque to underside.
Dimensions: 26" H x 28" diameter.
Dealer: S138XX
Category
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Burl
Large 1848 North America & Territories Map
Located in Stamford, CT
Framed 1848 S. Augustus and Mitchell, Philadelphia , PA North America and territories map.
Featuring the United States, Canada (British Territory) and Mexican Territories.
As found...
Category
1840s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Glass, Wood, Paper
Vintage rustic stained glass two door cabinet by Habersham
Located in Allentown, PA
This is a vintage rustic two door stained glass cabinet by Habersham. This cabinet features two doors that have stained glass panels with two drawers at the top. The cabinet features...
Category
1980s Unknown Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
Pair of Antique Oil Paintings 19th Century Signed Lambert
Located in Buxton, GB
This stunning pair of antique oil paintings is an incredible example of traditional French art, signed by the renowned artist Lambert. The medium-siz...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Canvas, Paint
French Neoclassical Style Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, NL
Late 19th or early 20th century French Neoclassical style fireback.
The fireback has a natural brown patina. Upon request it can be made black / pewter at no extra costs. The condit...
Category
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Iron
Raymond Subes Style Coffee Table
Located in Miami, FL
Raymond Subes style marble top and brass coffee table .
Category
1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble, Brass, Bronze
Antique French 'Cupid' Fireback / Backsplash, 18th - 19th C.
Located in Amerongen, NL
Late 18th or early 19th century French neoclassical period fireback with a cupid.
The fireback is made of cast iron and has a black / pewter patina. It is in a good condition and do...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Iron
Hand Crafted Neoclassical Alfonso Marina Sofa Table
Located in Houston, TX
Experience timeless elegance with the handcrafted Neoclassical Alfonso Marina Sofa Table. Adorned with intricate design work, this masterpiece seamlessly blends classical aesthetics ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
Pair of Vintage French Carved Weathered Outdoor Vases with Fruit Decor
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a patio with this elegant pair of antique outdoor planters filled with fruits and flowers. Carved in France, circa 2010, and built of concrete, each stone jardinière stands ...
Category
2010s French Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Concrete
Neoclassical 18th Century Sterling Silver Teapot On Stand - John Denziloe 1787/8
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1787 and 1788 by John Denziloe, this handsome, George III period, Antique Sterling Silver Teapot on Stand, is in the Neoclassical style, with brightcut engrav...
Category
1780s English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
Maison Charles Neoclassical Bronze 2 patina Console
Located in Miami, FL
Maison Charles Neoclassical 2 patina , bronze and gun metal Console.
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass, Bronze, Steel
Antique Large Neoclassical Terra Cotta Garden Urn Patio Planter C1910
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Large Neoclassical Terra Cotta Double Handled Garden Urn Patio Planter C1910
Measures- 17''H x 19.5''W x 19.5''D
Category
Early 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Terracotta
French Caned King Bed
Located in Westwood, NJ
Featuring an ebonized, carved oak frame and an iconic Bonnet-style headboard, this bed radiates sophistication and elegance.
The natural cane is meticulously woven on both sides of ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Cane, Wood
Wooden Casket Box with Mirror mid 19th century Flame Mahogany Biedermeier
Located in Sweden, SE
This exquisite flame mahogany veneered casket, originating from Central Europe mid 19th century, is a stunning example of Neoclassical applied arts. Its original shape and high quali...
Category
Early 19th Century European Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Monumental Italian Solid Wood & Gilded Wall Mirror
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Impressive rich looking very large rectangular bevelled mirror having warm walnut framed with exterior gilt wood periphery around mirror and wood frame with fancy fleur di lis type d...
Category
1980s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Walnut
Traffic Jam in New York City Impressionist Winter Car Scene Oil Painting
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Impressionist New York City traffic jam on a winter day. Cars fill the street and snow fills the air. The city that never sleeps gleaming with patriotic pride. From early childhood to the present, Willett, a natural talent carried on the tradition in the arts. Currently as a painter in the New Hope, Bucks County Impressionist style- he works full time in the mediums of oil on board or canvas, and watercolor. His recent work has been compared to Edward Redfield both in subject and style. Earlier works by Willett are reminiscent of the photographic representational influence of Andrew Wyeth- his revered friend and mentor. Upon reviewing Chris's portfolio that spans 3 decades, one can see the gradual evolution and development of Chris' own unique method and artistic language- he portrays the landscape and daily lives of the people that live and have lived in this locale- spanning the region from Bucks County, New Hope, Lambertville, New Jersey, French Town, Point Pleasant, and such- still the most popular subject matter of local contemporary impressionists today.
Painting measures: 14 x 24 inches.
Frame measures: 17 x 27 inches.
Oil on board signed lower right corner and verso.
Christopher Willett...
Category
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Canvas, Paint
French Neoclassical Style Bronze of a Women Signed Samson
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions - H: 7in W: 8in D: 5 1/2in
This antique French Neoclassical figural bronze sculpture of a maiden, after Samson, is an incredible example of 20th century French decor! If...
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze, Ormolu
Neoclassical Wrought Iron & Brass 8-Light Chandelier, by Maitland Smith
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Neoclassical Wrought Iron & Brass 8-Light Chandelier, by Maitland Smith
An exquisite Neoclassical Wrought Iron & Brass 8-Light Chandelier, made by Maitland Smith. The chandelier has...
Category
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass, Wrought Iron
Pair Neoclassical Style Black Iron Twin Campaign Beds
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of wonderful 20th Century campaign style canopy black iron twin beds.
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Iron
Open Lattice Dining Chairs
Located in Westwood, NJ
Crafted from rich mahogany, this chair features a classic silhouette that gracefully blends with any decor style. The chair's standout feature is its exquisite white eggshell inlay o...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
French Neoclassical Style Brass and Beveled Clear Glass Hexagonal Lantern, 1920s
Located in Barntrup, DE
French brass and beveled clear glass hexagonal hanging lantern from circa the 1920s.
This adorable three-light antique pendant lantern features an elegant hexagonal brass frame with ...
Category
1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Antique Large Heavy Cast Iron Flower Urn Garden Planter Trophy Vase 35"
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique cast iron garden urn or planter with ornate scrolled handles and square pedestal base.
Dimensions:
35" x 23.5" x 16.5" h, 100 lbs
Category
Early 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Iron
Large Five Fold Fireplace Screen Spark Gard
Located in New York, NY
Hard to find five fold spark gard, fireplace screen, having a brass frame with metal mesh screen panels. The screen is in very good, clean, original, ready to use condition, showing...
Category
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
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
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
A set of two-armed wall lamps 10 pieces
Located in STRAČOV, CZ
A large collection of neoclassical wall lamps. Two-arm design for classic candle bulbs with an E14 socket up to 40W - normal, halogen and LED bulbs are suitable (bulbs are not includ...
Category
Late 20th Century European Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Metal
Antique Large Neoclassical Terra Cotta Garden Urn Patio Planter C1910
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Large Neoclassical Terra Cotta Garden Urn Patio Planter C1910
Measures- 16.75''H x 20''W x 18.75''D
Category
Early 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Terracotta
Neo Classic Inspired Bedside Chest
Located in Westwood, NJ
Drawing inspiration from classical aesthetics, this chest exudes sophistication with its classic silhouette and refined proportions.
The nightstand is constructed with mahogany and...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Neo Classic Inspired Chest on Chest
Located in Westwood, NJ
Drawing inspiration from classical aesthetics, this chest provides six drawers with ample storage and exudes sophistication with its classic silhouette and refined proportions.
The...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Neo Classic Inspired Chest
Located in Westwood, NJ
Drawing inspiration from classical aesthetics, this chest exudes sophistication with its classic silhouette and refined proportions.
The chest of drawers is constructed with mahoga...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Open Lattice Dining Armchairs
Located in Westwood, NJ
Crafted from rich mahogany, this chair features a classic silhouette that gracefully blends with any decor style. The chair's standout feature is its exquisite white eggshell inlay o...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
Antique French 'Pillars of Freedom' Fireback / Backsplash, 18th - 19th C.
Located in Amerongen, NL
18th - 19th century French neoclassical fireback with two pillars of freedom. The pillars symbolize the value liberty, one of the three values of the French revolution.
The firebac...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Iron
Set of 12 Antique Finely Gilt Neoclassical Cabinet Plates
Located in New York, NY
Set of twelve antique cabinet plates with lovely Decal paitings scenes of Roman nymphs and muses frolicking with putti after Angelica kaufman and with exceptional textured gilt bord...
Category
Late 19th Century Czech Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
James Irza Arnold - New York City Hall Etching, c.1920s
Located in Savannah, GA
James Irza Arnold
(American, 1887-1965)
"New York City Hall, Built 1804-1811,” circa 1920s
Etching presented in gilt frame with gilt liner.
sight: 18 ½ by 12 ½ inches
frame: 24 ¾ b...
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Glass, Wood, Paper
Classic French Dining Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this chair features a sophisticated London Mist wood finish and graceful front turned, tapered and fluted legs, adding a touch of Europea...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
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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