Neoclassical Racks and Stands
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.
41
1
to
12
22
20
42
41
42
2,606
514
338
236
157
143
143
123
92
79
42
26
18
17
12
11
8
3
1
6
34
1
4
20
5
4
12
2
4
2
1
33
22
11
8
4
36
21
13
3
3
6
1
1
1
1
Style: Neoclassical
Brass Faux-Bamboo Bronze and Brass Magazine Rack by Maison Baguès
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This faux-bamboo magazine rack is made of bra-onze and brass with clear glass panels on each side. This is a French work by Maison Baguès. Circa 1940
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass
Brass and Blueish Glass Magazine Rack by Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This neoclassical style magazine rack is made of brass with blueish glass . This is a French work by Maison Jansen. Circa 1940. A pair is available
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass
Rounded Brass Umbrella Stand
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This rounded umbrella stand is made of brass and cast iron. This is a French work. Circa 1900
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass
A NEOCLASSICAL SHABBY-CHIC Wrought Iron COAT HANGER or NIGHT VALET, France 1900
Located in PARIS, FR
DESCRIPTION: A spectacular and decorative coat rack or valet stand or fashion display, Art-Deco, Neo-Classical, Art-Nouveau, in 2 parts: lower part: solid wrought iron structure with...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Racks and Stands
Materials
Wrought Iron
French Neoclassical, Antique Standing Easel, Bronze, France, 1940s
Located in Stamford, CT
French Neoclassical, Antique Standing Easel, Bronze, France, 1940s
A highly patinated standing easel in the French neoclassical tase. Likely designed and produced in Franca circa 19...
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Racks and Stands
Materials
Bronze
Maison Jansen Ram's Head Gentleman's Valet
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
A Maison Jansen valet influenced by neoclassical themes with ram's head motif and produced in midcentury Italy. Consists of polished steel and acce...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass, Stainless Steel
Mahogany and Brass Wall-Mounted Coat Rack
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and elegants wall-mounted coat rack is made of mahogany and brass. This is a French work. Circa 1940
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass
Large Green Terracotta Amphora Urn
Located in New York, NY
Large green terracotta amphora urn. Large Majolica oil jar in green glazed with belting below the handles; retains liquid no cracks but chips and wear commensurate with age and use w...
Category
Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Racks and Stands
Materials
Terracotta
Large Green Terracotta Amphora Urn
Located in New York, NY
Large green terracotta amphora urn. Large Majolica oil jar in green glazed with belting below the handles; retains liquid no cracks but chips and wear commensurate with age and use w...
Category
Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Racks and Stands
Materials
Terracotta
Fornasetti Neoclassical Trompe l'oeil Teste Antiche Umbrella Stand
By Fornasetti
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Divine Piero Fornasetti umbrella stand crafted from hand silk screened and lacquered metal. Trompe l'oeil Teste Antiche or antique heads in a Greco-Roman theme. Excellent joinery and...
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Racks and Stands
Materials
Iron
Fornasetti Neoclassical Trompe l'oeil Vasi Antichi Umbrella Stand
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Sublime Piero Fornasetti umbrella stand crafted from hand silk screened and lacquered metal. Trompe l'oeil vasi antichi or antique vases features Greco-Roman decorated vases in a cur...
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Racks and Stands
Materials
Iron
Huge Italian Wrought Iron Braided Rope Tassel Design Magazine Rack Jansen Style
Located in Miami, FL
Large Magazine Rack in the Style of Maison Jansen in Wrought Iron hand-crafted in detailed Braided Rope and Tassels Design.
Made in Italy in the late 1960 for heavy Books, Magazines...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Racks and Stands
Materials
Wrought Iron
Brass Swan Umbrella Stand Attributed to Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This rare and very elegant swan umbrella stand is all made of brass. This is a finely chiseled French work attributed to famous designer Maison Jansen...
Category
1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass
Venetian Grotto Carved Giltwood Shell Motif Table Bookstand/ Easel
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Venetian Grotto Carved Giltwood Shell Motif Table Bookstand/ Easel
Add to your interior with this exquisite Venetian Grotto carved giltwood shell table bookstand/ easel, a rare and...
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Racks and Stands
Materials
Giltwood
Pair of Brass Magazine Racks Attributed to Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This rare pair of neoclassical style magazine racks is made of brass. This is a work attributed to famous French designer Maison Jansen. circa 1900.
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass
Vintage Continental Neoclassical Style Iron Boot Scraper
Located in Houston, TX
Vintage Continental Neoclassical Style Iron Boot Scraper.
This interesting Neoclassical style cast iron garden boot scraper has a beauti...
Category
20th Century European Neoclassical Racks and Stands
Materials
Iron
Antique Italian 1940 Coat Rack / Hall Tree Brass Hallway Dolphin Base Classical
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Impressive & practical! This marvelous Italian ornate brass coat rack with Dolphin base from the 1940s.
Marvelous classical design with impressi...
Category
1940s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass
Vintage Hand-Carved Rosewood Coat Rack or Stand
Located in Plainview, NY
A classy and quality Coat rack or stand. The piece is beautifully hand-carved of quality rosewood and is hand-carved showing fine details. The elegant yet simplistic style of the coa...
Category
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Racks and Stands
Materials
Rosewood
Swedish Designer, Coat Hangers, Bamboo, Rattan, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of bamboo and rattan coat hangers designed and produced in Sweden, 1960s.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Neoclassical Racks and Stands
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Vintage Wicker 4 Shelves Folding Etagere
Located in Germantown, MD
Vintage wicker 4 shelves folding Etagere in very good condition. Measures 15" in width x 9.5" in Depth x 44.5" in height. Easy to store while not in use.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Racks and Stands
Materials
Wicker, Hardwood
Italian Designer, Set of 3 Coat Hangers, Aluminum, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A set of three aluminum coat hangers designed and produced in Italy, 1940s.
Category
1940s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Racks and Stands
Materials
Aluminum
Brass and Cast Iron Umbrella Stand, French, circa 1900
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This umbrella stand is made of brass with a black metal part on the base. This is a French work, circa 1900.
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass
Italian Designer, Set of 3 Coat Hangers, Painted Iron, Bakelite, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A set of three sizeable metal and bakelite coat hangers designed and produced in Italy, 1940s.
Category
1940s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Racks and Stands
Materials
Iron
Maitland Smith Neoclassical Brown Leather Upholstered Magazine or Letter Stand
Located in Germantown, MD
Maitland-Smith Neoclassical style tooled brown leather upholstered magazine rack or Stand. Use it for letters as well.
Very good vintage condition. Measures 15.5" Wide, 9.5" deep an...
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Racks and Stands
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Hardwood
19th Century Mahogany Revolving Open Bookcase
Located in North Miami, FL
19th Century mahogany revolving open bookcase having well figured and inlaid square top over sections with slatted divisions raised on original metal frame and castors. Generally, th...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Racks and Stands
Materials
Metal, Brass, Gold Plate
AAM_01 Coat Rack by ANDEAN, Represented by Tuleste Factory
Located in New York, NY
AAM 01 coat rack by Alejandro Moyano
Measures: L 25” W 25” H 67”
Coat rack of 3 different heights, made of steel rods with a central sphere of sand-cast bronze and lathed bronze ha...
Category
2010s Neoclassical Racks and Stands
Materials
Bronze
Neoclassical Brass Magazine Rack, French Attributed to Maison Jansen. Circa 1940
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This neoclassical stye magazine rack is made of brass. This is a French work attributed to famous French designer Maison Jansen. Circa 1940.
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass
Brass Magazine Rack
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This neoclassical style magazine rack is all made of brass. This is a French work, circa 1970.
Category
1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Copper Umbrella Stand, 1960s
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Attractive tripod hammered copper umbrella stand.
in the style of Rene Drouet
Good condition, nice patina.
1960s - France
Dimensions:
Height: 61cm/24.01"
Diameter: 28cm...
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Racks and Stands
Materials
Copper
Brass Magazine Rack. French Work, circa 1900
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This magazine rack is made of brass. This is a French work, circa 1900.
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass
Maison Jansen Valet
Located in Chicago, IL
Maison Jansen (French, founded 1880) Ram's head valet, circa 1960. Italian, brass and brushed stainless steel, curved jacket bar with brass hooves, adjust...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass, Steel
Neoclassical Stye Mahogany and Brass Magazine Rack with Claw Feet
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This nice neoclassical style magazine rack is made of mahogany and brass with claw feet. This is a French work by Maison Jansen, circa 1940.
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass
Neoclassical Style Brass Swan Magazine Rack, Italy in the Style of Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This neoclassical style swan magazine rack is all made of brass. This piece is signed Italy and so was made in Italy for famous French designer Maison Jansen. Circa 1940.
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass
Jacques Adnet French Neoclassical Brass and Smoked Glass Magazine Rack
Located in Miami, FL
French neoclassical Jacques Adnet brass and smoked glass magazine rack, newspaper stand.
Category
1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass
19th Century Wrought Iron and Brass Music Stand
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century Wrought Iron & Brass Music Stand is a splendid example of hand-craftsmanship, with a sturdy (and heavy) forged iron base with tripod legs supporting the solid brass two-...
Category
Mid-19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass, Wrought Iron
Gorgeous Maitland Smith Magazine Rack Canterbury
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Beautifully crafted, heavy and substantial, neoclassical gilt iron Canterbury or magazine rack, having lovely lyres and laurel wreaths with gorgeous patinated coloration.
Category
1980s Philippine Vintage Neoclassical Racks and Stands
Materials
Iron
Neoclassical Brass and Glass Magazine Rack
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This neoclassical magazine rack is made of brass with a glass panel on each side. This piece is French and made of a nice quality and is attributed to Maison Jansen, circa 1940.
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass
18th Century Rosewood and Oak French Convertible Music Stand by N. Grevenich
Located in Milano, IT
Nicolas Grevenich
Convertible music stand
France, last quarter 18th century.
Bois de rose and oak
Measures: H 26.77 in; when open H max 44.09 in
Top: 16.14 in x 12.79 in; when open...
Category
1780s French Antique Neoclassical Racks and Stands
Materials
Oak, Rosewood
American Handcrafted White Oak Coat Stand
Located in Bellport, NY
American made 1960s handcrafted coat stand. The top section turns and has six hooks on both levels.
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Racks and Stands
Materials
Oak
Unusual Tall Black Lacquered and Brass Coat and Hat Rack, French, circa 1900
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and decorative coat and hat rack on stand is made of brass with a black lacquered central part. This is a French work, circa 1900.
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass
Italian Designer, Set of 3 Coat Hangers, Brass, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A set of three brass coat hangers designed and produced in Italy, 1940s.
Category
1940s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass
Neoclassical Style Mahogany and Brass Revolving Library. French. Circa 1950
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice neoclassical style revolving library is made of mahogany and brass. This bookcases is a very elegant model. This is a nice French work...
Category
1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass
Neoclassical racks and stands for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Neoclassical racks and stands 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 racks and stands created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include more furniture and collectibles, case pieces and storage cabinets, building and garden elements and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, brass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Neoclassical racks and stands 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 racks and stands, popular names associated with this style include Maison Jansen, Jacques Adnet, Baker Furniture Company, and Fornasetti. 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 racks and stands differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $300 and tops out at $21,564 while the average work can sell for $1,508.
Recently Viewed
View AllMore Ways To Browse
Deco Coat Hook
Coat Rack With Storage
Hall Wardrobe
Vintage Coat Hangers
Rack On Wheels
Coat Rack Adnet
Vintage Style Hat Stand
Standing Coat Rack Hall Stand
Beautiful Antique Coat Rack
Wrought Iron Tree
Glass Coat Hooks
Denmark Coat Stand
Used Shoe Racks
Vintage Wood Coat Hanger
Vintage Wooden Coat Rack Stand
1960 Coat And Hat
Victorian Hall Coat Rack
Tubular Rack