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Neoclassical Lighting

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
Mid-20th Century Copper Lantern
Mid-20th Century Copper Lantern

Mid-20th Century Copper Lantern

Located in Chicago, IL

This mid-20th century hanging lantern light fixture is a stunning blend of rustic charm and architectural presence. Crafted from copper, it features eight glass-paneled sides, each w...

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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Brass, Copper

Neoclassical Style Italian Ceramic Glazed Table Lamp
Neoclassical Style Italian Ceramic Glazed Table Lamp

Neoclassical Style Italian Ceramic Glazed Table Lamp

Located in Sheffield, MA

Handmade, glazed terracotta vintage Italian urn based lamp is decorated in a sunny bright yellow and white color. Wired to hold two bulbs. Ready fo...

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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Ceramic

Harrison Single Arm Sconce with Frosted Tube in Polished Nickel
Harrison Single Arm Sconce with Frosted Tube in Polished Nickel

Harrison Single Arm Sconce with Frosted Tube in Polished Nickel

Located in New York, NY

The Harrison Single Arm Sconce with Frosted Tube embodies timeless sophistication and tailored design. A distinguished piece from our Classic Collection, it reflects Sherle Wagner In...

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2010s American Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Large Neoclassical Carved Gilt Wood Lamps - Pair
Large Neoclassical Carved Gilt Wood Lamps - Pair

Large Neoclassical Carved Gilt Wood Lamps - Pair

Located in San Francisco, CA

Neoclassical antique carved wood with a stacked urn and pillar silhouette. Gilded and French-wired, on square bases with four feet and beeswax candlestick-style necks. Recently rewir...

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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Wood

Antique Gilt Bronze Oil Lamp by Carrier-Belleuse, 19th Century, France
Antique Gilt Bronze Oil Lamp by Carrier-Belleuse, 19th Century, France

Antique Gilt Bronze Oil Lamp by Carrier-Belleuse, 19th Century, France

Located in Lincoln, GB

Antique Carrier-Beluese Gilt Bronze Lady Oil Lamp Signed A Magnificent 19th-Century Work of Art and Historical Significance. This extraordinary oil lamp, signed by the acclaimed Fre...

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19th Century Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze

1950's French Neoclassical style "Winged Lion Holding Lamp"  Table Lamp
1950's French Neoclassical style "Winged Lion Holding Lamp"  Table Lamp

1950's French Neoclassical style "Winged Lion Holding Lamp" Table Lamp

Located in Opa Locka, FL

1950's Neoclassical style "Winged Lion" Patinate & Gilt Metal Table Lamp. Shade is included.

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1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Metal

1930's Gilt Bronze Sunburst Sconces with Two Lights - Pair
1930's Gilt Bronze Sunburst Sconces with Two Lights - Pair

1930's Gilt Bronze Sunburst Sconces with Two Lights - Pair

Located in New York, NY

A pair pf circa 1930's gilt bronze sconces with sunburst shaped backplate

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1930s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Gunmetal Finish and Bronze Horsehead Tripod Floor Lamp after Maison Jansen
Gunmetal Finish and Bronze Horsehead Tripod Floor Lamp after Maison Jansen

Gunmetal Finish and Bronze Horsehead Tripod Floor Lamp after Maison Jansen

By Maison Jansen

Located in Chicago, IL

Exceptional Neoclassical style tripod floor lamp, probably Maison Jansen. France, mid 20th century. Equestrian themed bronze details and gunmetal finish. Rare piece. Wired for USA. ...

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Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Neoclassical Style Bronze Lion Sconce
19th Century Neoclassical Style Bronze Lion Sconce

19th Century Neoclassical Style Bronze Lion Sconce

Located in Houston, TX

Large scale 19th century neoclassical style four light wall sconce. This 34" wide solid bronze sconce features a monumental lion's head gripping four a...

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19th Century Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze

1920s Silver Plated Caldwell Sconces
1920s Silver Plated Caldwell Sconces

1920s Silver Plated Caldwell Sconces

By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.

Located in New York, NY

A pair of circa 1920’s Caldwell simple silver plated sconces with two lights

Category

1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Silver Plate

1940's English Neoclassic Gilt Bronze Sconces
1940's English Neoclassic Gilt Bronze Sconces

1940's English Neoclassic Gilt Bronze Sconces

Located in New York, NY

A pair of circa 1940's English neoclassic style gilt bronze sconces.

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1940s English Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Cute Coastal Beach Cottage Lamp Finial
Cute Coastal Beach Cottage Lamp Finial

Cute Coastal Beach Cottage Lamp Finial

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Cute beach cottage figurine on brass base as lamp finial.

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1970s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Epoxy Resin

Very Large Wall Lamp with Swan Figure Very Beautiful
Very Large Wall Lamp with Swan Figure Very Beautiful

Very Large Wall Lamp with Swan Figure Very Beautiful

Located in Wien, Au

Very large and heavy wall lamp with swan figure, excellent original condition very beautiful and nice patina, very fine work.

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1880s French Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze

JMF Style Parchment Neoclassical Table Lamps, Hermes Adornment
JMF Style Parchment Neoclassical Table Lamps, Hermes Adornment

JMF Style Parchment Neoclassical Table Lamps, Hermes Adornment

Located in North Miami, FL

These parchment clad lamps in column design are adorned with a beautiful painted metal bust of Hermes, the Greek Messenger God. They have each double cluster sockets with pulls and...

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1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Wood, Parchment Paper

2 Historistic table lamps with fabric shades vienna around 1920s
2 Historistic table lamps with fabric shades vienna around 1920s

2 Historistic table lamps with fabric shades vienna around 1920s

Located in Wien, Au

2 Historistic table lamps with fabric shades vienna around 1920s Solid brass Very beautiful cut glass rods Brass polished and stove enameled The fabric shades are replaced ( new )

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1920s Austrian Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Brass

Pair of French 19th Century Neoclassical Bronze and Red Marble Lamps
Pair of French 19th Century Neoclassical Bronze and Red Marble Lamps

Pair of French 19th Century Neoclassical Bronze and Red Marble Lamps

Located in Shippensburg, PA

FINE PAIR OF NEOCLASSICAL ORMOLU-MOUNTED ROUGE MARBLE TABLE LAMPS France, probably Paris, circa third quarter of the 19th century Item # 404LBP26Q A magnificent pair of Neoclassical vases converted into lamps, they are designed loosely after the influential vases of Antiquity known as the Medici and Borhese Vases. Those Kraters were executed in marble and have been widely considered the finest and most well-conceived vases of Antiquity. They have been frequently copied and have been the inspiration for many decorative arts, including the present pair. The original vases feature bas-relief scenes in the Medici vase of a seated Iphigenia beneath a statue of Diana surrounded by Achilles, Ulysses and Agamemnon and in the Borghese vase a scene of drunk Silenius, Dionysus wearing his animal skin garment and Ariadne all together accompanied by a procession of revellers. The present example departs from antiquity, focusing only on the Bacchic revellers and have repeated this motif across the field of the vase. They carry in their outstretched arms wreathes and long drapes of their garments, several carrying in hand the Thrysus. The chorus of figures is loosely reminiscent to the Borghese Dancers, also known as the Dancing Hours, executed in bas relief in marble...

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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Marble, Bronze, Ormolu

Antique French Celadon Table Lamp with Gilt Bronze Mounts, 1850
Antique French Celadon Table Lamp with Gilt Bronze Mounts, 1850

Antique French Celadon Table Lamp with Gilt Bronze Mounts, 1850

Located in Lincoln, GB

Fine French Celadon Table Lamp with Gilt Bronze Mounts — Stamped Paris A fine 19th-century French celadon oil lamp, now sensitively converted for electrical use, mounted in richly de...

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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Neoclassical Urn-Form Greek Key Table Lamp with Draped Swag
Neoclassical Urn-Form Greek Key Table Lamp with Draped Swag

Neoclassical Urn-Form Greek Key Table Lamp with Draped Swag

Located in Elkhart, IN

A handsome late 20th century Neoclassical table lamp in an urn-form silhouette, detailed with a Greek key border, squared handles, and sculptural draped swag. The mottled brown and m...

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21st Century and Contemporary Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Composition

Italian, Roman, Neoclassic Silver Plate Hanging Censer, late 18th century
Italian, Roman, Neoclassic Silver Plate Hanging Censer, late 18th century

Italian, Roman, Neoclassic Silver Plate Hanging Censer, late 18th century

Located in Atlanta, GA

hanging from its original canopy and chains, with greek key handles and greek key incised decoration at upper rim, the body of neoclassic form and expertly cast, now to be fitted wit...

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1790s Italian Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Silver Plate

Vintage Neoclassical Style Frosted Glass Urn Table Lamps, Silver Base, a Pair
Vintage Neoclassical Style Frosted Glass Urn Table Lamps, Silver Base, a Pair

Vintage Neoclassical Style Frosted Glass Urn Table Lamps, Silver Base, a Pair

Located in Plainview, NY

Vintage Neoclassical Style Frosted Glass Urn Table Lamps, Silver Base, a Pair An elegant pair of Neoclassical style table lamps featuring frosted glass urn-form bodies with fluted,...

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1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Silk, Milk Glass

Pair of Neoclassical Style Brass and White Lacquered Table Lamps
Pair of Neoclassical Style Brass and White Lacquered Table Lamps

Pair of Neoclassical Style Brass and White Lacquered Table Lamps

Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France

This very elegant pair of neoclassical style table lamps is made of brass with white lacquered elements. This is a French work. Circa 1970

Category

20th Century French Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Brass

Neoclassical Column Lamp, Silver Plate Over Brass, French Design, 1930
Neoclassical Column Lamp, Silver Plate Over Brass, French Design, 1930

Neoclassical Column Lamp, Silver Plate Over Brass, French Design, 1930

Located in Austin, TX

Neoclassical lamp from France made of silver plate over brass. This piece boasts the design details of a Roman Corinthian column. It has been newly wired to US standards and is in ve...

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1930s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Glass and Bronze Chandelier, 19th Century
Glass and Bronze Chandelier, 19th Century

Glass and Bronze Chandelier, 19th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

Thirty lights chandelier. Bronze and glass, late 19th century. It is necessary to emphasize the variety of forms and the quality of the colorless glass. The profiles of some beads (...

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Late 19th Century European Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze, Other

Pair of Tall French Neoclassical Opaline Oil Lamps, Now Electrified
Pair of Tall French Neoclassical Opaline Oil Lamps, Now Electrified

Pair of Tall French Neoclassical Opaline Oil Lamps, Now Electrified

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Pair of Tall French Neoclassical Opaline Oil Lamps, Now Electrified Oil Lamps later 19th century, Electrified 1960s Each one standing 40 inches ...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Metal

Pair of 20th Century French Sconces - Inspired By Coco Chanel
Pair of 20th Century French Sconces - Inspired By Coco Chanel

Pair of 20th Century French Sconces - Inspired By Coco Chanel

Located in Atlanta, GA

This exquisite pair of 20th-century French sconces, inspired by the timeless elegance of Coco Chanel, captures the essence of refined sophistication and French artistry. Meticulously...

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20th Century French Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Metal

French Bronze and Brass Table Lamp, 1940s
French Bronze and Brass Table Lamp, 1940s

French Bronze and Brass Table Lamp, 1940s

Located in Buchanan, NY

Beautifully turned bronze and brass give this French table lamp from the 1940s its refined character and timeless appeal. Finished in a warm English brass patina, its classically ins...

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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze, Brass

Antique Brass and Wood Tripod Floor Lamp, Early 20th Century
Antique Brass and Wood Tripod Floor Lamp, Early 20th Century

Antique Brass and Wood Tripod Floor Lamp, Early 20th Century

Located in Hudson, NY

Antique wood tripod base w/ adjustable neck / Hand-painted custom shade / Raw brass hardware / Black silk cord / Double pull chain sockets Quantity : (1) Materials : Wood / Brass Col...

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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Brass

Vintage Hand Carved Eagle Neoclassical Giltwood Table Lamp.
Vintage Hand Carved Eagle Neoclassical Giltwood Table Lamp.

Vintage Hand Carved Eagle Neoclassical Giltwood Table Lamp.

Located in Vero Beach, FL

Vintage Hand Carved Eagle Neoclassical Giltwood Table Lamp. This hand carved accent lamp with cylindrical base features a large eagle, with head tu...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Wood

Antique French Gilt Metal Table Lamp
Antique French Gilt Metal Table Lamp

Antique French Gilt Metal Table Lamp

Located in London, GB

An absolutely stunning antique French gilt metal table lamp, dating from around the 1900-1910 period. This is of exceptional quality, it is large and extremely impressive. It stands...

Category

Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Metal

Pair of Maison Jansen Bronze Hand Sconces, 3 pairs available
Pair of Maison Jansen Bronze Hand Sconces, 3 pairs available

Pair of Maison Jansen Bronze Hand Sconces, 3 pairs available

By Maison Jansen

Located in Miami, FL

Superbe pair of bronze sconces figuring A feminine hand holding a cornucopia, rare model from 1940. Refinished and US rewired, 60 watts max bulb. New opaline globe. Back plate dime...

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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze

1920 Gilt Bronze One Light Sconces
1920 Gilt Bronze One Light Sconces

1920 Gilt Bronze One Light Sconces

By Sterling Bronze Co.

Located in New York, NY

Pair of circa 1920’s gilt bronze one light sconces with sunburst design backplate

Category

1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Neoclassical Silvered Bronze Table Lamp, E.F. Caldwell Style, 1920s
Neoclassical Silvered Bronze Table Lamp, E.F. Caldwell Style, 1920s

Neoclassical Silvered Bronze Table Lamp, E.F. Caldwell Style, 1920s

By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.

Located in Stamford, CT

A very fine bronze table lamp in the neoclassical style with a silver finish. The square base with four ball and claw feet, holding a handsome turned shaft with hammered decoration. ...

Category

Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Andre Arbus Bronze Arrow Sconces 2 Lights, Wall Lamp French Neoclassical
Pair of Andre Arbus Bronze Arrow Sconces 2 Lights, Wall Lamp French Neoclassical

Pair of Andre Arbus Bronze Arrow Sconces 2 Lights, Wall Lamp French Neoclassical

By André Arbus

Located in Miami, FL

Superb pair of Andre Arbus style arrow sconces, wall lights in bronze with black & gold clip on Paper Shades. US Rewired and in working condition, each Sconce takes 2 light bulbs wi...

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1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Brass, Bronze

20th Century Antique Tripod Floor Lamp with Metal Base and Amber Shade
20th Century Antique Tripod Floor Lamp with Metal Base and Amber Shade

20th Century Antique Tripod Floor Lamp with Metal Base and Amber Shade

Located in Hudson, NY

Metal tripod base / Antique Tiffany chains / Amber burlap laminated shade / Twisted black silk cord / Dimmer switch on cord Quantity : (1) Materials : Metal / Burlap Color : Terrac...

Category

Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Metal

Russian Chandelier
Russian Chandelier

Russian Chandelier

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Fine and Elegant Gilt Bronze & Crystal Russian Chandelier having six arms in a neoclassical style translucent and blue glass. Russia, circa 1880. Dimensions: Height 49" Diameter ...

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1880s Russian Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

A Fine Silver over Bronze Billiard/ Over Counter Light
A Fine Silver over Bronze Billiard/ Over Counter Light

A Fine Silver over Bronze Billiard/ Over Counter Light

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Fine Silvered Bronze "T" shaped, 4 Light Chandelier having metal shades. Europe, circa 1990. 4 Lights. Dimensions: Height 59" Width 52" Depth 16" CW5639

Category

1990s European Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze

1900's Neoclassic Green and Gold Light Fixture
1900's Neoclassic Green and Gold Light Fixture

1900's Neoclassic Green and Gold Light Fixture

Located in New York, NY

A circa 1900 Neoclassic style light fixture with Greek key design and interior lights

Category

Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Plaster

Pair Of Signed Fine French Gilt Bronze Neoclassical Style Wall Sconces
Pair Of Signed Fine French Gilt Bronze Neoclassical Style Wall Sconces

Pair Of Signed Fine French Gilt Bronze Neoclassical Style Wall Sconces

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Exceptional Pair of fine electrified French Neoclassical style gilt bronze wall sconces with two well cast and ornate arms emitting from a central intricately chased bust with folia...

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20th Century French Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Late 19th Century Caldwell Bronze Chandelier
Late 19th Century Caldwell Bronze Chandelier

Late 19th Century Caldwell Bronze Chandelier

By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.

Located in New York, NY

A late 19th Century Caldwell neoclassical style bronze chandelier with Greek key design and crystals hangings

Category

Late 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Danish Neoclassical Bronze Table Lamp with Animal Paw Base
Danish Neoclassical Bronze Table Lamp with Animal Paw Base

Danish Neoclassical Bronze Table Lamp with Animal Paw Base

Located in Kastrup, DK

Danish table lamp crafted in bronze and dark-patinated brass, featuring a slender column and a three-footed base with decorative animal paws. Inspired by classical antiquity and arch...

Category

Early 20th Century Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Wall Sconce Large French Gilt Bronze Neoclassical Style France
Wall Sconce Large French Gilt Bronze Neoclassical Style France

Wall Sconce Large French Gilt Bronze Neoclassical Style France

Located in New York, NY

Wall Sconce Large French Gilt Bronze Empire Style France. A wall sconce in a large size made in France during the early 20th century in gilt bronze. Electrified with two arms for can...

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20th Century French Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze

1920's English Silver Plated Bronze Large Chandelier with 36 lights
1920's English Silver Plated Bronze Large Chandelier with 36 lights

1920's English Silver Plated Bronze Large Chandelier with 36 lights

Located in New York, NY

Circa 1920's silver plated bronze chandelier with 36 lights. Beautiful large chandelier in very good condition. Available two cahndelier as a pair

Category

1920s English Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Neoclassical lighting for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Neoclassical lighting 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 lighting created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include lighting, decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, bronze and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Neoclassical lighting made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original lighting, popular names associated with this style include Edward F. Caldwell & Co., Workstead, Maison Baguès, and Gherardo Degli Albizzi. 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 lighting differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $140 and tops out at $240,000 while the average work can sell for $3,427.