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Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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
Neoclassical Style Metal Tissue Box Cover
Located in Sheffield, MA
Add style and the finishing touch to your countertop or nightstand with this antiqued gold toned top and grey ribbed metal body tissue box cover to pr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Metal

Classical Style Painted Wastebasket or Planter, Sold Singly
Located in Sheffield, MA
Rustic and classical at the same time, painted iron waste basket or trash can or planter with wonderful patina, X-design. Waste basket, planter.
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21st Century and Contemporary French Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Metal

Boston Classical Coin Silver Basket by Haddock, Lincoln & Foss
Located in New York, NY
Classical coin silver basket. Made by Haddock, Lincoln & Foss in Boston, ca 1860. Round and curved with four cast leaf-mounted leaf supports. Beaded mouth rim and c-scroll swing hand...
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Mid-19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Silver

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 Decorative Objects

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Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware

Antique Carousel Horse 19th Century Multicoloured Polychrome
Located in Buxton, GB
This amazing piece of Collectable Fairground Memorabilia is highly decorative and I am sure was a well loved choice for the children riding the carousel in the Victorian times. Thi...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Wood

Early 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Silver Urn Vase Milan by Emanuele Caber
Located in Worpswede / Bremen, DE
A very decorative neoclassical silver urn stamped by the Italian silversmith Emanuele Caber, dating from around 1825. It has the Milan warranty stamp, and stamp of the silver finenes...
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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Silver

Pair of Sevres Hand Painted Turquoise Porcelain Lidded Urns
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a pair of Sevres hand painted porcelain turquoise lidded urns. Both of them are depicting in the front a sea shore fishermen scenes. In one, a group of fishermen are preparing a sailboat and in the other one, they are pulling the net. The back are adorned with some gilt fishing tools and baskets with foliages. Both scenes are golden framed with scrolls of acanthus and flowers beside them. Gilt white concave long oval shaped rings alternated with gilt foliages and shamrocks decorate the necks of the urns. The same pattern are repeated in the lids, but no white color in the center. The bell shaped lids ended with pinecones finials. A mix of scrolls and Greek keys serve as handles. The round bases are also decorated with gilt foliages. The Sevres hallmark appears in the lids and below the bases. One of the urn’s painting...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Pair of Gilt Bronze Mounted Krater-Form Bisque Porcelain Vases
Located in London, GB
Pair of gilt bronze mounted krater-form bisque porcelain vases French, 19th century Measures: Height 43cm, diameter 26.5cm The pair of vases...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Ormolu, Bronze

Large Blue and White Spode Greekware Platter England Circa 1810 Neoclassical
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....
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Early 19th Century Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

Neoclassical Style Gilt Bronze and Marble Candlestick by Gherardo Degli Albizzi
Located in Florence, Tuscany
This little neoclassical style gilt bronze and marble candlestick by Gherardo Degli Albizzi would be ideal to be placed on a bedside table. Even if it features classical shape, overa...
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2010s Italian Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Lapis Lazuli, Marble, Bronze

Set of Neoclassical Style Gilt Bronze Wall Sconces by Gherardo Degli Albizzi
Located in Florence, Tuscany
Decorative set of two large gilt bronze figural wall sconces by Gherardo Degli Albizzi. Female figure is characterized by a very rich veget...
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2010s Italian Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Bronze

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...
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Early 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

Italian Neoclassic Marble Bust of Woman signed Lawrence Macdonald Rome 1852
Located in Savannah, GA
The sculpture is mounted on pedestal and carved out of white Italian marble in the likeness of an idealized woman coiffed in an 1830-40s hair style, but wrapped in classicizing drape...
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1850s Italian Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Carrara Marble

Pair of 19th Century Italian Carved Giltwood Winged Cherub Wall Sculptures
Located in Dallas, TX
These antique winged wall cherub figures were crafted in Italy, circa 1880. The hand-painted putti carvings feature their original paint and gold leaf finish for a luxurious result. ...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Giltwood

Stunning Engraved Neoclassical Antique Sterling Silver Tea Caddy - London 1806
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1806 by Thomas Paine Dexter, this charming, George III period, Antique Sterling Silver Tea Caddy, is oval in shape, and in the Neoclassical taste, with bright cut engraved decoration to the body and lid, a tea plant finial, and an engraved crest to the cartouche. The tea caddy measures 4.25"(11cm) tall, by 4.5"(11.5cm) wide, by 3.25"(8.5cm) deep, and weighs 11 troy ounces. The crest is likely that of John Trotter...
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Early 1800s English Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Sterling Silver

Mid-Century French Gold Plated Brass and Painted Porcelain Urn with Foliage
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a console, commode, or table with this elegant and colorful decorative urn. Crafted in France circa 1960 and built of gold platted brass and porcelain, the tall vase feature...
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Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Brass

Pair of 18th Century Italian Carved Giltwood Polychrome Cherub Sculptures
Located in Dallas, TX
These charming antique putti carvings were crafted in Italy, circa 1780. The hand carved figures depict two chubby cupids resting on a knee and holding a arm up; each sculpture featu...
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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Giltwood

Antique Italian Neoclassical Carved Alabaster Bust C1900
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Italian Neoclassical Carved Alabaster Bust C1900 Measures - 3.75"H x 4.25"W x 2.25"D
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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Alabaster

Large Antique Old Paris or Vieux Porcelain Flower Vase by Peter Anton Hannong
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine large antique porcelain baluster vase. In old Paris or vieux paris porcelain. By the Paris porcelain manufactory of Peter Anton Hannong. Handpainted to the base with a tro...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

French 19th Century Wrought Iron Urns
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A stunning Neoclassical Wrought Iron Jardiniere or Urn with a pedestal base; their sturdy construction gives them substantial weight so you can count on them to stand strong. An egg ...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Wrought Iron

Bronze Bird Tripod Candle Stand
Located in New York, NY
Bronze bird tripod candle stand. Antique Italian softly patinated green bronze tripod oil lamp / votive candle stand in the classical style popularized during the Grand Tour period w...
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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Antique Italian Neoclassical Italian Carved Alabaster Bust, Joan of Arc, C1900
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Italian Neoclassical Italian Carved Alabaster Bust, Joan of Arc, C1900 Measures - 6.5"H x 5.75"W x 3.25"D
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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Alabaster

20th Century Italian Hand-Painted and Gilt Porcelain Capodimonte Figurine Statue
Located in Dallas, TX
This beautiful majolica figurine would elevate any living room, kitchen, or entry way. Created in Italy circa 1950 and done in the Capodimonte style, the barbotine statue portrays a ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Majolica, Porcelain

Pair of Lidded Cast Limestone Greek Key Urns from Southern Italy
Located in Dallas, TX
Hand-cast by truly skilled Southern Italian artisans, this pair of lidded limestone urns are in the Neoclassical style. Each urn is a testament to the artistry of hand casting, esche...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Stone, Cast Stone, Cement, Limestone

18th Century French Frame with Modern Contemporary Art
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The 18th century French frame is of gold and silver leaf, and restored to bring it to its former glory. The painting inside is of the 21st century and signed by the artist; having st...
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18th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf

Maitland Smith Heavy Bronze Neoclassical Cherub Sunflower Urn Compote Box 12"
Located in Dayton, OH
Rare vintage Maitland Smith bronze lidded and footed urn / compote featuring a low round form on paw feet, decorated with a Greek / Grecian design of cherubs in high relief, with a l...
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Bronze

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 Objects

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Ceramic, Paint

Black Basalt Tea Caddy, 1st half 19th century
Located in Greding, DE
Cylindrical tea caddy made of black basalt with silver mounting and figural nodus.
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Early 19th Century European Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Silver

Elegant Pair of Column Form Three Light Candelabra Silver Plate
Located in Lambertville, NJ
An elegant pair of three light silver plate neoclassical column style candelabra. The center ribbed column with removable tops for three candles. The pair with their original bobec...
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Early 1900s Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Silver Plate

A Pair of Patinated Bronze Busts Depicting Homer and Euripedes
Located in 263-0031, JP
After the Classical originals, these busts, in the form of herms (the bases are square) are stamped with the round “Collas“ seal, indicating that the reductions from the original siz...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

A Patinated Bronze Bust of Lucius Verus
Located in 263-0031, JP
Lucius Verus was Co-Emperor with Marcus Aurelius during the first nine years of Marcus’ reign. A handsome guy, his image became popular during and after his imperial days. This bust ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Marble, Bronze

Parisian Male Apollo Torso
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Large Apollo Torso Sourced from Paris, France, by Martyn Lawrence Bullard Fitted with Mount and original hand-painting
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21st Century and Contemporary French Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Epoxy Resin

Antique French Neoclassical Parian Porcelain Bust of Diana C1900
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique French Neoclassical Parian Porcelain Bust of Diana C1900 Measures- 17.5''H x 9.75''W x 6''D
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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Covered Sugar Box in Blue Jasperware. Adams C1790.
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
A fine sugar box in 'Adams Blue' jasperware. William Adams was apprenticed to Josiah Wedgwood, and helped with the development of jasperware. He later founded his own, very success...
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Late 18th Century English Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

Antique French Neoclassical Parian Porcelain Bust of Michaelangelo's David C1900
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique French Neoclassical Parian Porcelain Bust of Michaelangelo's David C1900 Measures- 17''H x 9.75''W x 6''D
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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Neoclassical Rococo Reticulated Foliate Gilt Bronze Cameo Letter Holder 20thC
Located in Big Flats, NY
Neoclassical Rococo Reticulated Foliate Form Gilt Bronze Letter Holder with Cameo, 20thC Measures- 11.5''H x 10''W x 4.5''D
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20th Century Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Russian Ormolu & Amethyst Glass Swan Centerpiece, Atrib to Imperial Glass Works
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Russian Ormolu and Amethyst Glass Swan Centerpiece, Attributed to Imperial Russian Glass Works St. Petersburg Imperial Glass Factory, Mid to late 19th Century A stunning example of...
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19th Century Russian Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Crystal, Ormolu

Antique Sevres Figural Neoclassical Bisque Urn with Bronze Satyr Mounts C1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique French Sevres Figural Neoclassical Cherubi of the Arts Bisque Urn with Bronze Satyr Mounts C1890 Measures- 19.5''H x 8.5''W x 7''D
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Lidded Cast Limestone Greek Key Urns from Southern Italy
Located in Dallas, TX
Hand-cast by truly skilled Southern Italian artisans, this pair of lidded limestone urns are in the Neoclassical style. Each urn is a testament to the artistry of hand casting, esche...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Stone, Cast Stone, Cement, Limestone

Neoclassical Style Marble Head
Located in Southall, GB
A beautifully carved marble head in the classical style with clear features, full lips and hair. This piece has a lovely aged look to it and warm colour. It would look delightful a...
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Late 20th Century European Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Marble

NeoClassical Style Carved Head In Stone
Located in Southall, GB
A wonderfully hand carved rough stone head in a classical style. This piece would make a fantastic centrepiece or talking point.
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Late 20th Century European Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Stone

Classical Style Marble Head
Located in Southall, GB
Beautifully hand carved marble head. The carving is well executed with clear features including curling hair and aquiline nose. Wearing a helmet carved as wildcat skin. This piece ...
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Late 19th Century European Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Marble

Antique Life Size Religious Sculpture Saint Thérèse of Lisieux
Located in Buxton, GB
This Fantastic large religious sculpture of Saint Thérèse of Lisieux, is from lacquered plaster and stands at 135cm high. The plaster has been Polychromed, and to the base of the st...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Plaster

Antique Italian Wooden Bust of Apollo Belvedere, 19th Century
Located in Dallas, TX
After the famous Apollo Belvedere marble statue (dating to Rome, mid-2nd century), this wooden bust of the Roman/Greek god was hand-carved in Italy during the 1800s. The marble is it...
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Wood

Early American style Hurricane Candle holders , Nickel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Glass shades are very well carved with what looks like large Oak Leafs . The glass is at a 7" dia at the top and are mounted on a solid brass base all polished and plated in Nick...
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1990s American Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Glass

Antique Neoclassical Bronze Oil Lamp with Floral Ripple Glass Shade C1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Neoclassical Bronze Oil Lamp with Fluted & Flared Base, Pressed Glass Font and Floral Ripple Glass Shade C1890 Measures- 30''H x 6.75''W x 6.75''D
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Late 19th Century Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Vintage Wedgewood 8" Round Imperial Black Basalt Footed Bowl
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
We are very pleased to offer a stunning footed bowl from Wedgwood, crafted in England, dating back to the 1960s. Wedgwood stands as a pillar in the British ceramics industry, having...
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1960s English Vintage Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Stoneware

19th Century Large Religious Statue Our Lady of Purgatory
Located in Buxton, GB
*RARE* We offer for sale this Fantastic Shrine Statue from a Parisian Church This exquisite statue of Our Lady of Purgatory is a masterpiece of religious art. Created in France duri...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Natural Fiber, Plaster, Paint

Antique Marble Bust of Venus
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique over life-size bust of Venus. Thanks to her scale, this Neoclassical style handcarved marble sculpture of Venus, Roman goddess of love and beauty, is very striking. Charac...
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Early 18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Marble, Statuary Marble

Vintage Classical Plaster Male Bust of Hermes Sculpture
Located in Elkhart, IN
A gorgeous cast plaster Neoclassical Grand Tour style male head bust of Hermes sculpture USA, Late 20th Century Measures: 8"W x 5"D x 13.25"H. Good original vintage condition.
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Plaster

PAIR OF ANTIQUE FRNECH GILDED BRONZE EWER VASES, 19th CENTURY
Located in Rostock, MV
A very rare pair of antique French neo-classical gilded bronze ewer vases from the 19th century. These ewers, created in the mid-19th century, are wonderful examples of the revival ...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Pair of 1920s Italian Florentine Gold Gilded Wood Art Frame
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Italian Pair of Florentine Art Frames in Gilt Wood, circa 1920 These impressive detailed frames would be suitable for most style artwork including prints, watercolors as well as oil...
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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Gold

Bronze Horse Jockey Equestrian Racing Trophy Statue After Pierre Jules Mene 10"
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage horse trophy / statue / sculpture. Made of bronze featuring an oval marble base and plaque from the Dehere Member Guest tournament at Due Process Golf Club and Stables in Colts Neck...
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Marble, Bronze

Old or Antique French Bronze Bust of President George Washington after JA Houdon
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine table size bronze bust. After the iconic sculpture by Jean Antoine Houdon. Depicting President George Washington. Signed G. WASHINGTON in the plinth and bearing an Achille ...
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20th Century Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Bronze

19th Century Pair Ceramic Busts
Located in Dublin 8, IE
19th Century Pair Ceramic Busts depicting the Greek figures Aphrodite and Homer, both giving the illusion of aged stone. The bust of Homer is based on a much-restored Roman copy of ...
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

19th Century French Small Bronze Sculptures Dionysus & Ariadne
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
19th Century French Small Bronze Sculptures Dionysus & Ariadne
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Pair of Porcelain, Cloisonné, Bronze Vases, France, circa 1900
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Pair of porcelain, cloisonné and bronze vases, France, around 1900 Pair of Sevres porcelain vases with bronze, cloisonne, hand painted with a beautiful flower design and both the bas...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Bronze Horse Jockey Equestrian Racing Trophy Statue After Pierre Jules Mene 10"
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage horse trophy / statue / sculpture. Made of bronze featuring an oval marble base and plaque from the Dehere Member Guest Invitational tournament (combined net aggregate win) at Due Process Golf Club and Stables in Colts Neck...
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Neoclassical decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Neoclassical decorative objects 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 objects created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, building and garden elements and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, stone and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Neoclassical decorative objects 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 decorative objects, popular names associated with this style include Wedgwood, Ferdinand Barbedienne, Bow Porcelain, and Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres. 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 objects differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $30 and tops out at $805,222 while the average work can sell for $3,153.

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