Neoclassical Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
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
Three Wedgwood Creamware Oval Dishes England Circa 1830
By Wedgwood
Located in Katonah, NY
Made by Wedgwood in England circa 1830, this group of three oval dishes is lovely creamware with a simple, elegant design.
Creamware is cream-colored, refined earthenware.
It was cre...
Category
Early 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Creamware
Greek Key Decoration on a Peach and Purple Regency Period English Pearlware Dish
By Wilson & Co
Located in Katonah, NY
This is the perfect dish to place on a low table with candies or by the front door to welcome you home and hold your keys and other small items.
The strong purple Greek key decoratio...
Category
Early 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Earthenware
Traditional English Ceramic Horse Trinket Dish - Royal Falcon Ironstone
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A petite ceramic horse motif trinket dish by Royal Falcon Ironstone, Weatherby. This lovely decorative dish will be gorgeous on a side table, dressing table, or coffee table. The cen...
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20th Century English Neoclassical Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Ceramic, Paint
Wood valet tray vanity tray catchall tray home office dresser kitchen in stock
Located in Sacramento, CA
This stylish artisan Sapele wood valet tray, vanity tray or catchall tray for home, office, dresser or kitchen is a collectable among home decorators. For home, office, dresser or ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Sapele Wood
Wedgwood Jasperware Blue and White Jewelry Dish Neoclassical Style, Late 19th c
By Wedgewood
Located in New York, NY
An antique Wedgwood Jasperware blue and white oblong jewelry dish in the Neoclassical Style, circa late-19th century, England. Piece has a ...
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Stoneware
Wedgwood, 'Princess Anne' Goblet with Jasperware Medallion, Signed, UK, 1973
By Wedgwood
Located in Chatham, ON
Wedgwood - Neoclassical style 'Princess Anne' wedding commemorative lead crystal goblet with blue jasperware medallion and etched/wheel cut laur...
Category
Mid-20th Century English Neoclassical Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Ceramic, Glass
English Wedgwood Jasperware Jewelry Dish with Neoclassical Design
By Wedgwood
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful English Wedgwood Jasperware sage green and white round jewelry dish with neoclassical design, circa 20th century, 1979, England...
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20th Century English Neoclassical Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Stoneware
Wedgwood Jasperware Black Basalt & White Jewelry Dish Neoclassical, 1960s
By Wedgwood
Located in New York, NY
An English Wedgwood Jasperware black basalt and white stoneware rectangular jewelry dish with Neoclassical design, 1963, England. Piece is a matte bla...
Category
20th Century English Neoclassical Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Pottery, Stoneware
English Wedgwood Jasperware Jewelry Dish with Neoclassical Design
By Wedgwood
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful English Wedgwood Jasperware sage green and white round jewelry dish with neoclassical design, circa 20th century, 1979, England...
Category
20th Century English Neoclassical Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Stoneware
Large Blue and White Spode Greekware Platter England Circa 1810 Neoclassical
By Josiah Spode
Located in Katonah, NY
Spode made this fabulous platter circa 1810.
It is decorated in the neoclassical "Greek" pattern with classical figures and mythological scenes based on ancient Greek and Roman art. It is large, measuring 20" x 15.5" x 1.75" deep, and is perfect for hanging.
The dramatic pattern shows a scene from Olympic history.
At the center, Cynisca wins the four-horse chariot race at the Greek Olympic...
Category
Early 19th Century Antique Neoclassical Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Earthenware
Vintage Bradford Exchange Titanic Collectable Plates Gift
Located in Pulborough, GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this Lovely Set Of 4 Titanic Plates.
These 'Queen of Ocean' plates were made circa 1999s, and they are highly colle...
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20th Century Central American Neoclassical Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Porcelain
Wedgwood Jasperware Jewelry Dish with Neoclassical Design, circa 1960s
By Wedgwood
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful English Wedgwood Jasperware small rectangular jewelry dish with Neoclassical design, 1961, England. Piece is a matte stoneware in a light green with a white Neoclassical raised relief at center and leaf design around edge. Great as a standalone piece or for a vanity, dresser, desk, etc., to hold jewelry or other small items. With maker's mark "Wedgwood", "Made in England", "61", on bottom as shown in last two images.
Dimensions: 3.19" Depth x 6" Width.
Lavender Jasperware urn...
Category
20th Century English Neoclassical Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Stoneware, Pottery
Ten French Porcelain Dishes 18th Century Made Circa 1780
By Clignancourt Porcelain
Located in Katonah, NY
Made by Clignancourt Porcelain**, a factory with royal patronage in France in the 18th century, this set of dishes is painted in the most exquisite raspberry color, decorated with go...
Category
Late 18th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Porcelain
English Wedgwood Jasperware Jewelry Dish with Neoclassical Design
By Wedgwood
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful English Wedgwood Jasperware sage green and white round jewelry dish with neoclassical design, circa 20th century, 1979, England...
Category
20th Century English Neoclassical Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware
Blue Canada Coat of Arms Wedgwood Jasperware Dish, England
By Wedgwood
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Jasperware dish in blue and white. This oblong dish with scalloped edges is blue with white floral decorations at the edges. At the center is the Canada coat of arms...
Category
20th Century English Neoclassical Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Ceramic
Pair of Silver Plate Metal Bowl or Vide Poche, France, 1940
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This pair of bowls or Vide Poche is in silver plate. It has been made in France during circa 1940.
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Silver Plate
Wedgwood Creamware Platter or Charger 18th Century Made in England Circa 1785
By Wedgwood
Located in Katonah, NY
This Wedgwood creamware round platter or charger was made in 18th century England circa 1785.
The border is decorated with a traditional neoclassical design of iron-red flower heads...
Category
Late 18th Century English Antique Neoclassical Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Creamware
Glossy Red Wicker Bread Basket
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A woven wicker basket painted in glossy red paint. This piece would be fabulous to serve bread or fruits, or as a decorative dish on a night table or dresse...
Category
Late 20th Century North American Neoclassical Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Wicker, Paint
English Traditional Framed Ceramic and Brass Decorative Horse Plate or Catchall
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
An English Traditional ceramic equestrian horse plate with a brass frame. The ceramic plate in the center features a traditional hunt scene with three hors...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Brass
George III Period Neoclassical Design Sterling Silver Sugar Basket, London, 1795
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1795 by Solomon Hougham, this attractive, George III period, Antique Sterling Silver Sugar Basket, is in t...
Category
1790s English Antique Neoclassical Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Sterling Silver
English Wedgwood Jasperware Ashtray or Key Holder/Vide Poche
By Wedgwood
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful English Wedgwood Jasperware ashtray or key holder/vide poche in “Wedgwood Blue” features a repeating motif of white, high relief acanthus leaves alternating with floral spr...
Category
19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Ceramic
English Traditional Scenic Equestrian Catchall Trinket Dishes, Set of 4
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A set of four ceramic collectible trinket dishes with painted scenes.
“The Cornfield”
By John Constabl
1776-1837
Like Fen Lane, which hangs to the right, this study is thought to be one of the works Constable began outdoors in Suffolk in 1817, but did not finish. It too shows Fen Lane, but from further down.
When Constable was looking for a subject to work up for the 1826 Royal Academy exhibition, he turned to this canvas and from it painted the picture now known as The Cornfield (now in the National Gallery). It was probably while preparing the finished picture that he lowered the trees at the right of this earlier sketch by overpainting them with sky. (History courtesy of the Tate Organization)
The original is hanging in the National Gallery London
“Valley Farm”
By
John Constabl
1776-1837
This work shows a view of Willy Lott's House at Flatford from the River Stour. The farmer lived continuously in the same house for over eighty years and for Constable it came to represent an important part of the Suffolk landscape, a nostalgic symbol of the 'natural' way of life. The building features prominently in earlier works by Constable, including The Mill Stream...
Category
Mid-20th Century English Neoclassical Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Ceramic
42 Pieces Mikasa Ultima and Super Strong Silver Grey White Fine China Cameo
Located in Brea, CA
42 pieces Mikasa platinum ultima cameo super strong silver grey white fine china, marked on bottom, 12 pieces of 10.75" big dinner plates, 6 pieces of...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Drabware Dish Showing Bird Made by Job Ridgway 1802-1808
By Minton
Located in Katonah, NY
Made in England by Job Ridgway 1802-1808, this incredibly rare oval-shaped Drabware dish shows a hawk perched on a log. The image is crisp. According to the online Ridgway pattern bo...
Category
Early 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Earthenware
State of Georgia Jasperware Collectible Plate in Blue and Cream by Wedgwood
By Wedgwood
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A beautiful collectible plate by Wedgwood. This is the perfect piece for the true southerner. This decorative plate or vide poche would make a fantastic catchall. The motif is dedicated to the state of Georgia. The center bears the State Seal in an applied cream and says State of Georgia 1776.
Around the rim, are applied cream stars. A well designed room is all in the details. And this small decorative...
Category
20th Century English Neoclassical Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Ceramic
Silver plate metal Bowl by Felix Frères, France
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This Bowl is in Silver Plate. It has been made in France during the XXeme century in Toulouse by Felix Frères.
Category
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Silver Plate
Round Ceramic Pink and Gold Pheasant Ashtray or Trinket Dish, Yoko Boeki Japan
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A small pink and gold ceramic ashtray or vide poche with a bird motif. A lovely decorative trinket dish or ashtray that will be gorgeous on a side table or dressing table. The porcel...
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Neoclassical Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Ceramic, Paint
Set Four Antique English Dishes Made By Coalport Hand-Painted Circa 1810
Located in Katonah, NY
These four exquisite Coalport "Church Gresley" pattern dishes are decorated with black trapezoids, pink roses, cornflower sprigs, and fabulous gilding!
In our opinion, the exceptiona...
Category
Early 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Porcelain
Crystal Clear Bohemia Glass Bowl, Poland
By Lalique
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Free-blown clear crystal glass small bowl, spike rim freeform crystal.
Crystal bowl in a swirled rib design with five ribbed points.
Could be used as a vide poche or decorative shelf accessories...
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Mid-20th Century Polish Neoclassical Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Crystal
Pair of Silver Gilt Bronze French Tazzas with Tortoiseshell, 19th Century
Located in Southall, GB
This fine pair of French, silver, allegorical tazzas are tortoiseshelled. They include detailed wreaths on the walls of the base. A finely dressed woman holds each dish proudly above...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Silver
German Vintage Hand Painted Kronester Bavaria Triangular Plate
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Original German vintage hand painted Kronester, Bavaria small triangular shape ceramic plate.
Hand painted with stylized floral design decorative ceramic plate.
Signed and numbered.
Kronester, Bavaria 969.
Could be used as a stylish vide poche or decorative hanging plate.
Category
20th Century German Neoclassical Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Ceramic
Neoclassical Gilt Decorated Plate With Mythological Figure
Located in New York, NY
Neoclassical gilt decorated plate with mythological figure. Naples Real Fabbrica Ferdinandea white porcelain painted and gilt decorated saucer dish wi...
Category
Late 18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Porcelain
English 19th Century Papier Mâché Gilt and Painted Tray
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A gorgeous English Papier Mâché gilt and polychrome tray with hand-painted floral motifs, circa 1850.
Category
Mid-19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Paper
English Porcelain Armorial Plate Hand Painted Eagle Motto By Industry and Hope
Located in Katonah, NY
This armorial plate features a crest with an Eagle with outstretched wings and the motto "By Industry and Hope."
Made by Chamberlain's Worcester, the plate has a wide border with forest green ground and three cartouches, each showing a beautiful hand painted single flower.
The plate was made in England by Chamberlain's Worcester during the reign of George IV, circa 1825.
The armorial may be blazoned as follows:
Crest: On a rock, an eagle with wings elevated and addorsed proper pendant from the beak, a shield azure charged with a hank of cotton also proper.
Motto: Industria et spe [By Industry and Hope].
Dimensions: 9 inches diameter
Condition: Excellent
Price: $360
The crest was granted by the Kings of Arms at The College of Arms...
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Early 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Porcelain
Scalloped Round Decorative Souvenir Plate in Emerald from Kingfisher Oklahoma
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Round circular scalloped souvenir plate or dish from Kingfisher Oklahoma. This beautiful plate features a lovely emerald green ombre around the edges an...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Neoclassical Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Ceramic, Paint
Neoclassical Gilt Decorated Plate With Puma
Located in New York, NY
Neoclassical gilt decorated plate with puma. A Naples Real Fabbrica Ferdinandea white porcelain painted and gilt decorated saucer dish with puma confr...
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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Porcelain
French Large Twin Handled Bronze Tazza with Classical Masks
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A large and impressive antique French (or possibly Italian Grand Tour) twin handled bronze tazza or shallow bowl decorated with masks dating from the 19th century. The large rounded ...
Category
19th Century European Antique Neoclassical Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Bronze
Italian Neoclassical Gilt Bronze Mounted Black Murano Glass Vide-Poche/ Tray
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Italian Neoclassical Gilt Bronze Mounted Black Murano Glass Vide-Poche/ Tray
Italy, Circa 1960s
An exquisite piece of Italian craftsmanship, this neoclassical gilt bronze mounted bl...
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Bronze
Equestrian Hunting Scene Plate in Green and Gold
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A green and gold ceramic plate of an equestrian hunting scene. This lovely piece features a thick green border with gold detail. The center of the p...
Category
20th Century English Neoclassical Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Gold
Yellow English Porcelain Dish with Neoclassical Design Circa 1800
Located in Katonah, NY
The border of this antique English porcelain dish has an exquisite yellow ground with an eye-catching design.
The neoclassical decoration is hand-painted. We see flower buds painted ...
Category
Early 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Porcelain
From the Collection of Mario Buatta a Neoclassical Saucer Dish England
Located in Katonah, NY
Provenance: The Private Collection of Mario Buatta
Made in England circa 1820, this elegant and beautiful saucer dish has fluting which seems to f...
Category
Early 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Porcelain
Neoclassical decorative dishes and vide-poche for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Neoclassical decorative dishes and vide-poche 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 decorative dishes and vide-poche created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, folk art and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, porcelain and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Neoclassical decorative dishes and vide-poche made in a specific country, there are Europe, England, and United Kingdom pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original decorative dishes and vide-poche, popular names associated with this style include Wedgwood, Real Fabbrica Ferdinandea, Bradford Bros., and Chamberlains Worcester. 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 decorative dishes and vide-poche differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $75 and tops out at $8,278 while the average work can sell for $321.
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