Neoclassical Seating
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
Pair of New England Hitchcock Style Chairs with Woven Rush Seats
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of New England Hitchcock Style or Fancy chairs. Hand painted / stenciled with a deep and rich patination from years of good wear. The seats are woven rush seats and are in very ...
Category
19th Century Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Rush, Wood, Paint
Pair of Midcentury French Bergeres in Brown Leather & Walnut 1965
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous pair of Leather Bergeres with carved walnut frames. Upholstery tacks frame the edges. Creases in the seat cushions but not worn thru. Will try to have them recolored. Otherw...
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Set of 14 Brown Jordan Classic Garden Dining Armchairs
By Brown Jordan
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Elegant and rare set of 14 Brown Jordan classic cast aluminum patio and garden dining armchairs. The chairs have a gracefully curved back with a neoclassical style x-motif design spl...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Aluminum
19th Century French Louis XVI Painted Footstool ~ Vanity Bench
Located in Dallas, TX
19th century French Louis XVI painted footstool ~ vanity bench represents a tailored expression of the Neoclassical Revival that for all practical purposes never really ended! handcr...
Category
1890s French Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Fruitwood, Paint
Set of 4 Antique French Louis XIV Walnut Salon Chairs ~ Side Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Set of 4 Antique French Louis XIV Walnut Salon Chairs ~ Side Chairs feature a tailored neoclassically-inspired architecture evident in the squared seatbacks and slightly trapezoidal ...
Category
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Lee Jofa Custom Parsons Chairs, a Pair
By Lee Jofa
Located in Hartville, OH
Brilliant pair of Custom made parsons chairs in a peachy salmon Lee Jofa fine plaid with a contrasting celery green trim on the shirt. These are beautiful and pristine.
Conditio...
Category
1990s American Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Upholstery
Tan Leather Upholstered Side Chair with Saddle Stitch Detail and Wood Frame
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Emile chair from LF upholstery shown in tan leather with handcrafted saddle stitch detail on the inside back and seat give a sophisticated look to a ...
Category
2010s American Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Pair of Italian Neoclassical Tapestry Armchairs
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Italian Neoclassical open arm chairs with carved white painted frames having gilt details. The oval chairbacks and seats are upholstered with French Aubusson tapestry, havi...
Category
1820s Italian Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Velvet, Tapestry, Wood, Giltwood
Swedish Neoclassical Period 1780s Painted Sofa with Carved Guilloche Frieze
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish Neoclassical period painted wood sofa circa 1780 with oval back, carved guilloche frieze, scrolling arms, seven legs and carved rosettes. Celebrate the classical elegance w...
Category
Late 18th Century Swedish Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Wood
Woodard Chantilly Rose Wrought Iron Tete a Tete, Pair Arm Chairs
Located in Stamford, CT
This is the classic vintage Woodard Chantilly Rose wrought iron Tete a Tete - a pair of attached arm chairs with a small round glas...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Wrought Iron
Eight Neoclassical Dining Chairs in Cherry Wood, Tuscany, 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Eight neoclassical dining chairs in the style of antique Klismos chairs with flared and straight tapered legs as well as high backs with curved s...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Cherry
Set of Six Chippendale Dining Chairs in Black
Located in Redding, CT
Set of Six Chippendale Dining Chairs in Black. Two arm chairs and four side chairs. These upholstered seats are covered in a pale sage green and white. Use as is or simply recover th...
Category
Early 2000s American Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Wood, Upholstery
Set of Six Neoclassical Style Gilt Dining Chairs After Versace
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Stunning set of six shiny gold dining chairs after Versace. The chairs feature thick gilt metal or gilded metal frames made in the neoclassical taste. The chair backs have greek colu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Metal
Pair of 19th Century Italian Carved and Painted Side Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Newly upholstered in turquoise color high-end fabric. Strong. Sturdy. Comfortable.
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Wood, Paint
Pair of Neoclassical Black Painted Side Chairs with Woven Seats, Italy ca. 1790
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of Neoclassical Black Painted Side Chairs with Woven Seats, Italy circa 1790. These period chairs feature rounded tapered legs and a un...
Category
1790s Italian Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Wood
Classical Carved Mahogany Upholstered Foot Stool Ottoman
Located in Essex, MA
A Classical carved mahogany footstool, or ottoman, the top newly upholstered in leopard print velvet fabric over scrolled supports joined by a vase and ring-turned stretcher, Boston, circa 1820. Beautifully made and very solid, this stool may serve as additional occasional seating...
Category
1820s American Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
4 Dining Chairs Precedent for Drexel 239-4
By Edward Wormley, Drexel
Located in Jupiter, FL
Beautiful chairs, I feel like they have a crossover look from a Neo Classical design to Midcentury Modern. They are in wonderful condition stamped and marked as you can see in the p...
Category
Early 20th Century Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Antique Italian Neoclassical Louis XVI Petite Giltwood Bergeres, Armchairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Italian neoclassical Louis XVI Petite Giltwood Bergeres ~ Armchairs are the perfect choice for cozy seating groups, bedrooms, or anywhere a surprisingly comfortable seat with...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Fabric, Giltwood
Vintage Classical Concrete Cement Double Baluster Pedestal Outdoor Garden Bench
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Classical Style White Concrete Cement Double Baluster Pedestal Outdoor Garden Bench.
Item features a cast concrete design, 3 part constru...
Category
Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Concrete
Pair. Neoclassic Dining, Side, Accent Chairs Made in Italy, circa 1960s
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional pair of Italian neoclassical side, or dining chairs, constructed of metal with faux gilt decoration, and chic leopard print seat cushion...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Metal
Set of Four Italian Venetian Painted Dining Armchairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Amazing set of four Italian dining armchairs featuring a Venetian lacquered finish with neoclassical style acanthus decoration. The chair frames have a desirable aged and weathered p...
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Rod-Back Windsor Side Chair
Located in Houston, TX
Rod-back windsor side chair with a square-shape back. Carved and turned faux-bamboo stiles, splayed legs and stretchers in ash. Shaped seat in elm....
Category
Mid-19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Iron
Eichholtz Hermes Manner Boudoir Chair & Ottoman
Located in New York, NY
Eichholtz Hermes manner boudoir chair and ottoman stool upholstered in tufted gray wool, mounted with silver-tone metal grommets and equestrian bit to r...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Metal
20th Century Queen Anne Chair Herringbone Pattern
Located in Clermont, FL
Queen Anne style armchair. Original upholstery.
Walnut arms & Legs
Arm Height - 25 inches.
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Wood
Set of Eight Roberto Cavalli Dining Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Six side chairs and two head chairs. The head chairs are upholstered in a Zebra-esque material. Chairs are signed by maker. Gently used condition. Upholstery in very good condition. ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Wood, Giltwood, Lacquer
Pair of Neo Classical Style Beech Wood Armchairs
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Pair of neoclassic style beechwood armchairs, circa 1930s. The back with a black incised crest rail and ebonized spindles, an upholstered seat, down swept arms resting on vase shaped...
Category
1930s European Vintage Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Lacquer, Upholstery, Beech
Soft Gray Vanity Bench w/ Contemporary Velvet Seat
Located in Malibu, CA
The legs have a graceful, tapered profile. The sturdy construction includes side & central stretchers for support.
The custom painted finish is handpainted in layers of gray tones as...
Category
1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Velvet, Hardwood
Set of Six Neoclassical Klismos Style Dining Chairs by Henredon
By Henredon
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Exceptional set of neoclassical klismos style mahogany dining chairs by Henredon. The set features a dramatic dark polished finish near ebony in c...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Velvet, Mahogany
Pair of Antique Italian Neoclassical Benches
Located in Dallas, TX
Stunning pair of Italian neoclassical lacquered wood benches. The structure is in lacquered wood in yellow ocher, gold, and ivory white and feature carved wing motifs and fluted legs...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Silk, Wood, Lacquer
Black Vegan Leather Upholstered Lounge Chair
Located in New York, NY
Modern black vegan leather upholstered with buttoned backrest and studded neoclassical motif to arms, raised on ebonized wood sabre legs.
Dealer: 138XX.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Metal
CASA BIQUE Green/Black Tessellated Marble Neoclassical Vanity Bench
By Casa Bique
Located in Charlotte, NC
A Neoclassical style vanity bench by Casa Bique, of Thomasville, North Carolina, USA. Solid wood frame with tessellated green/black marble veneers, pink velvet like fabric upholstere...
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Marble
Neoclassic French Pair of 19th C. Bergères Armchairs 'Nicely Sized Seats!'
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Neoclassical pair of carved-wood and upholstered tub-style armchairs from the 19th century. This antique pair of bergères occasional c...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Wood
American Upholstered Dining Chairs, Set of 10
Located in Annville, PA
A set of 10 American Upholstered Dining Chairs, the set consisting of two arm chairs and 8 side chairs. Wrap yourself in luxury while at the dining table, with these beautiful Americ...
Category
2010s Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
Set of Eight Brown Jordan Classic Garden Dining Armchairs
By Brown Jordan
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Elegant and rare set of eight Brown Jordan classic cast aluminum patio and garden dining armchairs. The chairs have a gracefully curved back with a...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Giacometti inspired Wrought iron chairs ASet of 4 dining chairs
Located in Cumberland, RI
Giacometti inspired Wrought iron chairs A
Set of 4 dining chairs
In stock and read to ship is this set of four heavy iron garden chairs, with an exquisite aged verdigris style fi...
Category
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron
Toile Tuxedo Loveseat Sofa
Located in Bradenton, FL
A Tuxedo style loveseat sofa beautifully upholstered in a toile jacquard titled “L' Abreuvoir” or ‘The Drinking Trough’ designed by Jean-Baptiste...
Category
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Jacquard
Antique Armchair Attributed to Horrix with Victor & Rolf Upholstery
Located in London, GB
Armchair hand carved and ebonised is made in walnut. The frame with details refined inlay patterns in nut wood and boxwood is attributed to Matthijs Horrix, The Hague 1870-1875. The ...
Category
1870s Dutch Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Damask, Walnut
Maison Jansen Style Italian Metal & Gilt Bronze Benches in Leopard Velvet, Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
Who doesn’t love a pair of Maison Jansen style benches in leopard velvet! The cushions are new and are almost 3” thick. The swan appointments...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Metal
19th Century Painted French Foot Stool
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fine little accent foot stool. Strong and sturdy.
Category
Late 19th Century European Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Berlin Iron
Stylized Bronze and Iron Bench/ Table Attributed to Oscar Bruno Bach
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stylized Bronze and Iron Bench/ Table attributed to Oscar Bruno Bach. Classic design, Quality casting, super stylized. Not certain if wood top is original.Wood be amazing marble or s...
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Bronze, Iron
Neoclassical Antique Giltwood Upholstered Swan Armchair, Early 20th Century
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A Neoclassical carved swan armchair with upholstered seat back and seat. This antique piece is created from wood and features armrests that are carved to look like swans. The seat ba...
Category
Early 20th Century English Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Wood, Paint
Regency Style Mahogany Gilt Decorated Armchair
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Finely crafted heavy mahogany armchair with the classic crest rail with scrolled ends with rosettes, and decorated with a gilt Greek key band. The scrolled arms with rosettes on the ...
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
Giacometti Inspired Wrought Iron Chairs A Set of 4 Dining Chairs
By Diego Giacometti, Alberto and Diego Giacometti
Located in Cumberland, RI
Giacometti inspired wrought iron chairs A
Set of 4 dining chairs.
In stock and read to ship is this set of four heavy iron garden chairs, with an exquisite aged verdigris style fini...
Category
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron
Beautiful Pair of 19th Century Danish Armchairs
Located in Crawley, GB
A unique pair of late 19th century Danish ebonized and parcel gilt showframe armchairs with tub backs and swan head armrests , This Danish tub chairs ...
Category
1880s British Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Cerused Wingback Chair with Celadon Cut Velvet
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a killer chair! The cerused finish is original as is the celadon cut velvet. The velvet is vintage and shows moderate wear. Patina! It is unmarked. Arm; 27.5 Seat; 20”. I am ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Wood
Pair of Rose Tarlow Style Iron Garden Swivel Bar Stools
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Attractive pair of iron swivel patio and garden bar stools featuring an iron lattice inset seat and back in the style of Rose Tarlow Melrose House. P...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Wrought Iron
Barclay Butera for Baker Furniture Co. Leather & Suede Wingback Chairs, Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of leather and suede wingback chairs designed by Barclay Butera for Baker Furniture Company. They are in very good condition with lite wear. They are marked and date t...
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Brass
Oak Parquetry Upholstered Bench, Dark Oak
Located in Westwood, NJ
A dark oak parquetry upholstered bench with tapered legs. Crafted with rustic oak with an upholstered seat, this bench is the perfect addition to the foot of any bed or entryway.
S...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Wood
Elegant Pair of Mid-Century Modernist Klismos Armchairs
Located in Dallas, TX
The iconic Klismos chair is renowned for its historical importance, sleek lines and eye-catching design looks just as elegant today. The curved and tapered legs of the Klismos chair are what make its design so unique. In this modern interpretation of the ancient Greek klismos...
Category
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Classic by Giuseppe Carpanelli Gran Confort Office Armchair in leather
By Carpanelli
Located in Desio, IT
This armchair has an unusual elliptic curved outline with slatted solid wood structure, the backrest frame is made of solid walnut, while the swivel base is fitted with a height and ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Velvet, Faux Leather, Wood
Midcentury Italian Majolica Neoclassical Style Garden Seat Stool
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Whimsical Mid-Century Modern Italian Majolica garden seat stool made in the neoclassical taste. The square stool features a Tromp l'oeil verde green tassel...
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Majolica, Pottery
Classic Leather Dining Chair With Capitoné Backrest
By Mondo
Located in New York, NY
Upholstered armchair of classic style. Body of contained dimensions, and straight lines that seek to contrast with the curves of the interior of the arm and back, which provide a tou...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Wood, Leather
Oak Parquetry Upholstered Bench, Light Oak
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Light oak parquetry upholstered bench with tapered legs. Crafted with rustic oak with an upholstered seat, this bench is the perfect addition to the foot of any bed or entryway.
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Wood
Continental Neoclassical Style Walnut 19th Century Settee with Carved Splats
Located in Atlanta, GA
A continental Neoclassical style walnut four seater settee from the 19th century, with carved splats, upholstered seat, tapered legs and H-Form cross stretcher. Created in Continental Europe during the 19th century, this Neoclassical style walnut settee features an open back with exquisitely carved splats, flowing seamlessly into the tall arms of identical style. The long, rectangular seat, is covered with a new linen fabric, whose neutral tones compliments the walnut's warmth beautifully. The ensemble is raised on ten legs, seven of which are tapered and carved on the knees. They are connected to one another through an H-Form cross stretcher running along the entire width. With its exquisite Classical lines and walnut patina, this Continental settee...
Category
19th Century European Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Circa 1925 Italian Neoclassical Greek Revival Bench by P. Mazzetti
Located in Chicago, IL
This Circa 1925, Italian bench was crafted in the early part of the twentieth century in the Florence workshop of P. Mazzetti. Incised maker's mark, item number, and artisan initials appear on the left corner of the rear base: "P. Mazzetti, Terre Cotta, Via Arentina 3E, Riproduzione Interdetta 345 Firenze".
Beautifully molded Plaster of Paris sphinx statues support...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Plaster, Pine
Pair of French Neoclassic Upholstered Seat Side Chairs, c. 1795-1810
Located in Kenilworth, IL
Pair of French neoclassic upholstered seat side chairs. The chairs are defined by sabre front and raked rear legs which support an upholstered boxed seat. The splayed upper leg posts...
Category
19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Cherry
Pair of Swedish Neoclassical Style Klismos Painted and Carved Side Chairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of Swedish neoclassical style painted wood Klismos side chairs from the 20th century, with carved décor, rosettes, saber legs, low seats and simple black upholstery. Created i...
Category
20th Century Swedish Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
19th-C. French Neo-Classical Carved Walnut Bergere Chairs with Rams, Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
These are fabulous! This is a pair of heavily carved walnut French bergere chairs. They have Neo-classical styling with the ram form arms and instruments along the back frame. The li...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Neoclassical seating for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Neoclassical seating 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 seating created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, building and garden elements, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Neoclassical seating made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original seating, popular names associated with this style include Carpanese Home Italia, Modenese Gastone, Greenapple, and GF Modern. 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 seating 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 $225,000 while the average work can sell for $3,861.
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