Neoclassical Benches
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 Neoclassical Style Curule Suede Stool Benches
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Iconic pair of curule suede upholstered benches or stools crafted in the Roman neoclassical taste. The benches feature a soft pillow top supported by an X form curule base. The oyste...
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Benches
Materials
Brass
New Black Wrought Iron Curule Bench with Cushion, Savonarola, Throne
Located in Miami, FL
New black wrought iron curule bench with cushion, Savonarola, Throne.
Cushion included.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Neoclassical Benches
Materials
Iron
Neoclassical Wrought Iron & Bronze Bench, France 1950's
Located in New York, NY
Elegant bench in patinated wrought iron and bronze. The sabots are reminiscent of Giacometti's work for Jean-Michel Frank. 3 benches are available; the price i...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Benches
Materials
Bronze, Wrought Iron
Pair of Hollywood Regency Wrought Iron Curule Benches
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Stylish pair of Hollywood Regency wrought iron curule benches made in the neoclassical taste. Featuring an X-form design with scrolled arms a...
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Benches
Materials
Iron
Settle Bench Rustic American Entryway Furniture Bench Classic American Bench
Located in Rochester, NY
This bench is a must have with its knotted wood slatted back in a scalloped form with two scroll arms and complete with red and white plaid upholstery and pillows. The whole is raise...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Neoclassical Benches
Materials
Pine
Philadelphia Neoclassical Empire Sofa, Attributable to Joseph Barry, circa 1830
By Joseph Barry
Located in Miami, FL
Anything but demure, this handsome and beautifully-crafted neoclassical sofa from Philadelphia is very likely the work of prominent cabinetmaker Joseph B. Barry (1757-1839). With wor...
Category
1830s American Antique Neoclassical Benches
Materials
Brass, Ormolu
Classic Tufted Curved Back Sofa
Located in Westwood, NJ
Classic tufted curved back bench seat sofa. Curvaceous and shapely, with traditional elements like button-tufting and decorative nailhead trim, this ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Neoclassical Benches
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Neoclassical Stainless Steel & Brass Ram's Head Bench
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage neoclassical steel and brass Ram's head bench by Maison Jansen.
This bench has a steel frame with three Ram's heads on both front & back. Supported by three X legs with brass...
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Benches
Materials
Brass, Stainless Steel
Neoclassical X Style Steel Bench
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Italian Steel and brass Neoclassical X bench with genuine white leather seat cushion.
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Benches
Materials
Brass, Steel
Swedish Neoclassical Style 1880s Painted Wood Bench with Carved Waterleaf Motifs
Located in Atlanta, GA
Swedish 19th century painted bench Circa 1880
Place of Origin: Sweden
Period: 19th century
Dimensions: 53" W x 18.25" D x 15" H
A Swedish neoclassical style painted wood bench ...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Neoclassical Benches
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
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 Benches
Materials
Wood
Neoclassical Style Narrow Bench
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Italian Neoclassical style narrow bench with cut blue velvet fabric.
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Benches
Materials
Velvet, Fruitwood
Neoclassical Style X-Base Bronze Finish Form Bench, USA, 1970
Located in Miami, FL
Neoclassical style x-base form bench
USA, 1970's
Newly finished with an oil rubbed bronze patina.
Newly upholstered in micro fiber boucle
Category
1970s American Vintage Neoclassical Benches
Materials
Metal
Pair of Italian Neoclassical Style Curule Leather Benches
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Newly Reupholstered
Materials: Italian Leather, Carved Wood
Style: Italian Neoclassical
Category
1940s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Benches
Materials
Leather, Wood
Pair Of Elegant Antique Pleated Velvet Upholstered Benches
Located in Bridgeport, CT
The rectangular tops are mounted on separately made wide carved bow shaped frames ending in scrolled feet. Brass rosettes are attached to the scrolled feet that are raised on gilt wo...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Neoclassical Benches
Materials
Brass
Classic Tufted Curved Back Sofa - Blue
Located in Westwood, NJ
Classic tufted Curved back bench seat sofa. Curvaceous and shapely, with traditional elements like button-tufting and decorative nailhead trim, this ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Neoclassical Benches
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Baker Limited Edition Thomas Pheasant Milling Road Upholstered Bench
Located in Southampton, NJ
An exceptional mahogany upholstered bench designed by Thomas Pheasant for Baker in a limited edition series of 15 pieces. 1989-2002 As seen in architectural Digest.
Solid dark mahog...
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Benches
Materials
Brass
Early 19th Century American Mahogany Chair Back Window Bench
Located in Kenilworth, IL
Neoclassic chair back window seat with upholstered box seat in Honduran mahogany. Note the defining carved back rail.
American, New York, circa 1815.
Category
1810s American Antique Neoclassical Benches
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Late 20th-C. Neo-Classical Style Long X-Based Bench In Gold Velvet
Located in Kennesaw, GA
A classic piece! This is a long, neo-classical style hardwood bench with gold velvet upholstery. The upholstery is vintage but in very good condition. The frame of the base has a dar...
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Benches
Materials
Velvet, Hardwood
Mid-Century Italian Neo-Classical Style Heavy Cast Metal Bench W/ Rams
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a mid-century Italian cast metal bench with ram form appointments and velvet upholstery. It is unmarked and in very good condition.
My shipping is running two to five weeks...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Benches
Materials
Metal
Italian Neoclassical Cast Aluminum Figural Garden Bench Settee attributed Molla
By Molla
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Italian Neoclassical Cast Aluminum Figural Garden Bench Settee attributed Molla. Item features a heavy cast aluminum construction, pierced f...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Benches
Materials
Aluminum
Pair of French Neoclassical Bronze Benches /Ottomans Kravet Cashmere Upholstery
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of French Neoclassical Bronze Benches /Ottomans Kravet Cashmere Upholstery
France, 1950s
A stunning pair of French neoclassical bronze benches/ ottomans, originating from the 1950s, exuding timeless elegance and sophistication. Each piece features a harmonious rectangular design, graced with recently reupholstered seats in luxurious Kravet Cashmere fabric.
The ottomans stand...
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Benches
Materials
Bronze
19th-C. Neo-Classical Maison Jansen Style Giltwood Bench In Leopard Velvet
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is an antique neo-classical style Italian carved giltwood bench in the manner of Maison Jansen. The leopard velvet is new. There is chippiness to the gold leaf frame. Each arm i...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Benches
Materials
Velvet, Giltwood
Hollywood Regency Wrought Iron Curule Bench, Savonarola, Throne
Located in Miami, FL
Stylish wrought iron Curule bench made in the neoclassical taste. Featuring an X-form design with scrolled arms and feet. These bench are als...
Category
Late 19th Century Spanish Antique Neoclassical Benches
Materials
Wrought Iron
19th Century French Sofa Bench Circa 1820
Located in Atlanta, GA
This elegant 19th-century French sofa bench, crafted around 1820, showcases the timeless sophistication of early 19th-century furniture design. Made from solid walnut, the bench feat...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Benches
Materials
Walnut
Vintage Regency Cast Stone Garden Benches - a Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
Elevate your outdoor or indoor space with this exquisite pair of vintage Regency-style cast stone garden benches. Featuring elegant scrolled pedestal bases and a classic rectangular ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Benches
Materials
Stone
Gilt Iron Neo Classical Bench
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Single gilt iron neoclassical style bench with scrolled arms and faux alligator leather upholstered seat.
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Benches
Materials
Iron
Vintage French Empire Style Curule X-Frame Black Carved Wood Upholstered Bench
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage French Empire Style Hand-Carved Curule Upholstered X Frame Black Bench. Item featured has a lightly distressed finish, rolled arms, and beautiful hand carvings throughout. Ci...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Benches
Materials
Fabric, Wood
English 19th Century Painted Hall Bench
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
An amazing painted hall bench – teeming with charm – from 19th century England. The large antique has panels with diagonally oriented wooden slats w...
Category
19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Benches
Materials
Hardwood, Paint
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 Benches
Materials
Wood
Mid Century Neoclassical Wrought Iron & Leather Bench
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage wrought iron Neoclassical bench with woven leather seat.
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Benches
Materials
Iron
Mid-Century Large Scale Neo-Classical Style Italian Iron and Leather Bench
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a mid-century large scale neo-classical style Italian iron and leather bench. It has a distressed saddle colored leather, and the iron frame is in very good condition. It is ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Benches
Materials
Iron
Maison Jansen Style Neoclassical Brass & Iron Curule Bench
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Maison Jansen Style Neoclassical Brass and Iron Curule Bench
France, circa 1960s
A Maison Jansen-style Neoclassical Brass and Iron Curule Bench, circa 19...
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Benches
Materials
Brass, Iron
Maison Jansen Curule Stool in Stitched Leather, Brass and Metal
Located in North Miami, FL
Such an elegant stool/ bench by Maison Jansen, features brass ringlet finials, hooved brass feet and a stitched leather seat - ALL in excellent vintage condition.
Category
1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Benches
Materials
Metal, Brass
20th Century Black Italian Neoclassical Style Ebony Bench - Vintage Ottoman
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage Mid-Century Modern Italian Neoclassical style ebonized bench made of hand crafted Giltwood, standing on six straight black wooden legs, in good condition. Newly upholstered...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Benches
Materials
Upholstery, Giltwood, Fabric, Ebony
Custom Made Neoclassical Style Metal Bench or Coffee Table
Located in Sheffield, MA
This neoclassical style metal bench or stool with two curves and stretcher in between can be used for various seating purposes or at the foot of a bed. The base topped with a piece o...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Benches
Materials
Iron
Neoclassical style bench carved lyres on the seat back - 20th
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Neoclassical style bench carved lyres on the seat back - 20th
Antique - Decoration - 20th
Measures : 101x 47cm H:95 SH:45cm
Materals : Wood - Cane
Wear consistent with age and use
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Benches
Materials
Cane, Wood
Vintage Neoclassical Style Curule Savonarola Wrought Iron Bench
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Neoclassical Style Curule Savonarola Wrought Iron Bench. Item features shapely curule/savonarola form base, wrought iron construction, distressed finish, very nice vintage it...
Category
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Benches
Materials
Iron
Italian Style "X" Bench with Chinoiserie Linen Seat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian style "X" bench in a bleached walnut finish with brass knob details throughout. The bench is newly reupholstered in a soft faded chinoiserie style linen with nailhead trim de...
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Benches
Materials
Linen, Walnut
Neoclassical Golden Wrought Iron Bench with Cushions
Located in Miami, FL
Hollywood Regency Period golden wrought iron bench with original seat cushion.
The bench can be used as is or refinished to taste.
F-739-335
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Benches
Materials
Wrought Iron
Neoclassical Ebonized & Gilded Bench by Baker
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Striking vintage Neoclassical style ebonized and gilded bench by Baker Furniture Company. Beautiful newly upholstered seat cushion.
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Benches
Materials
Fabric, Giltwood
Early 20th-C. Neo-Classical Style Carved Mahogany Bench with Eagles
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a fantastic bench! It is a neo-classical style carved Italian piece newly upholstered in a flax linen. The supports are wonderful hand carved eagles. It is in very good condi...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Benches
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Pair of Carved Walnut Neoclassical Shell Carved Benches, By Baker
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of Carved Walnut Neoclassical Shell Carved Benches, By Baker
A pair of graceful Carved Walnut Neoclassical Shell Benches made by Baker. These benches boast a substantial pres...
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Benches
Materials
Silk, Upholstery, Walnut
Neoclassical Style Swedish Small Painted Bench with Carved Guilloche Décor
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish Neoclassical style small bench from the 20th century with gray and cream painted finish, carved side supports, guilloche friezes and fluted legs. This Swedish Neoclassical ...
Category
20th Century Swedish Neoclassical Benches
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
19th Century Swedish Neoclassical Style Birch Veneer Bench Seat
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Gorgeous late 19th/early 20th century Swedish bench seat constructed in the neoclassical or Swedish empire taste. The bench features a blonde birch ...
Category
19th Century Swedish Antique Neoclassical Benches
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Birch
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 Benches
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Stunning Neoclassical Style Tapestry Upholstered Bench
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Stylish Neoclassical bench having reeded cast brass tapered legs and fabulous tapestry upholstery with royal shield motif.
Category
1970s American Vintage Neoclassical Benches
Materials
Brass
Pair Of Thebes Style Mahogany X Benches
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A pair of well made and dramatic Benches with fine Thebes type form. Carved scrolled frames with ribbed top ends and overall scalloped leafy borders. Curved tops and scrolled legs wi...
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Benches
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
Vintage French Cerused Oak Bench
Located in New York, NY
Vintage French Cerused Oak Bench in the NeoClassical manner. Two benches are available. Priced for one bench.
Category
1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Benches
Materials
Oak
French Beautifully-Carved Wood Lyre-Back Splat Bench w/Rush Seat , 19th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Neoclassic carved-wood sofa bench with rushed seat from the 19th century. This antique bench from France has been beautifully carved with Neoclassical details, featuring a gracefully curved top rail which gives way to an open back with three widely-spaced back rests; all carved in a lyre motif. The top rail gently wraps to the sides, creating a tub-style effect. Hand-woven rushed seats give this piece a more casual comfort appeal. The wood skirt is a neat, straight line, and is raised upon four slender and curvy legs...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Benches
Materials
Wood
Vintage Painted Neoclassical Style Curule Bench
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Curule-form bench, having a padded, crown seat of onyx-printed linen with nailheads, on an ivory painted frame showing natural wear, its fielded apron centered with an acanthus-flank...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Benches
Materials
Wood
Monumental 19th Century Northern Italian Hand Painted Bench
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful hand painted wood bench was made in Italy in the 19th century.
Since Schumacher was founded in 1889, our family-owned company has been synonymous with style, taste,...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Benches
Materials
Wood, Paint
Pair of Stunning Neoclassical Iron Window Benches by Niermann Weeks
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Two elegant iron benches with a gorgeous slate and blue/green patina, neoclassical style with criss cross stretchers and upholstered seats. Niermann Weeks label underside.
Category
1990s American Neoclassical Benches
Materials
Iron
Italian Painted and Parcel Gilt Leather Bench
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom serpentine shaped bench made with antique Italian painted and parcel gilt fluted legs with capital feet. The bench is newly upholstered in chestnut colored leather with self c...
Category
Early 1900s Italian Antique Neoclassical Benches
Materials
Leather, Giltwood, Wood
Vintage Wrought-Iron Diana the Huntress Pattern Garden Bench with Upholstery
By Molla
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Molla painted wrought iron upholstered garden bench from the mid-20th century depicting Diana, goddess of the hunt and her arrows. Created in the midcentury, this exquisite iron bench features a nicely weathered painted finish. Revealing its neoclassical influence, the nicely curved back is adorned with arrow motifs in its upper section that give us a hint about the character depicted below in each pierced splat. We are indeed in the presence of Diana, goddess of the moon and of the hunt, also known as Artemis in Greek mythology. Dressed in her typical garment and showcasing the moon crescent on her head, she is ready to draw an arrow from her quiver. One of her canine companions is placed behind her. Both of them are surrounded by delicate foliage reminding us of Diana's taste for the outdoors. Two scrolling open arms flank the rectangular seat, recovered with a new upholstery. The ensemble is raised on eight slightly splaying legs. With its neoclassical theme and weathered patina, this American painted bench...
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Mid-20th Century English Neoclassical Benches
Materials
Iron
19th Century Swedish Daybed
Located in New York, NY
19th century daybed /bench. The daybed has a solid wood frame with stripe fabric.
Category
1880s English Antique Neoclassical Benches
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Neoclassical Style 1900s French Carved Walnut Bench with Natural Finish
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Neoclassical style walnut bench from circa 1900 with carved décor, fluted carved legs on arrow feet and cross stretcher. Imbued with the timeless elegance of the Neoclassica...
Category
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Benches
Materials
Linen, Upholstery, Walnut
Italian Neoclassical Style Painted and Giltwood Bench
Located in Houston, TX
Stunning Italian Neoclassical style painted and gilt bench. This Italian 1920s Directoire style bench was taken down to the frame and professionally upholstered with cream striated c...
Category
1920s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Benches
Materials
Wood
Neoclassical benches for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Neoclassical benches 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 benches created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, building and garden elements, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Neoclassical benches 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 benches, popular names associated with this style include Molla, Niermann Weeks, Theodore Alexander, and Casa Bique. 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 benches differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $420 and tops out at $45,000 while the average work can sell for $3,800.