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Louis Philippe Desks

LOUIS PHILIPPE STYLE

Known as the “Citizen King,” Louis Philippe reigned from 1830 to the Revolution of 1848 with the support of the upper bourgeoisie. Whereas the monarchs of 18th-century France, including Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI, dictated aesthetics through the decadence of the aristocratic court, Louis Philippe had a more down-to-earth presence. He could be seen walking the streets like an ordinary person, carrying his own umbrella and shaking hands with subjects. Antique Louis Philippe–style furniture reflects a sense of simplicity and the sovereign’s passion for the country’s history, such as his establishment of a Museum of the History of France at Versailles, which had been mostly disused since the French Revolution.

Middle Ages, Gothic and Renaissance design informed a nationalist style that celebrated this heritage, with the hodgepodge of influences becoming prevalent in the homes of the bourgeoisie. Cabinetmakers Guillaume and Jean-Michel Grohé created reproductions of historic pieces for the king as well as royal houses abroad. Louis Philippe commissioned sculptor François Rude to create patriotic monuments that paid tribute to military heroes, while designs for furniture published by Claude-Aimé Chenavard, an ornamentalist who conceived widely loved objects for the Sèvres manufactory, further helped spread a revival of Renaissance style.

The rounded profiles of authentic Louis Philippe tables and chairs were preferred in the apartments rather than palaces being furnished by the affluent middle and upper classes. Ornamentation was minimal on the finely crafted pieces, such as large rectangular mirrors adorned with gold and silver leaf finishes and subdued carvings. The popular Louis Philippe commodes were solidly made with clean lines that showed off the grain of the wood and were often topped with marble surfaces.

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Style: Louis Philippe
French Flat Desk Louis Philippe In Burl Walnut Late 19th
Located in SAINT-CLÉMENT-DE-LA-PLACE, FR
French flat desk in walnut bramble late 19th. This writing table includes a top, a formwork consisting of two rows of two drawers. The length of these corresponds to the depth of th...
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1890s French Antique Louis Philippe Desks

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Walnut

French Flat Desk Louis Philippe In Burl Walnut Late 19th
French Flat Desk Louis Philippe In Burl Walnut Late 19th

French Flat Desk Louis Philippe In Burl Walnut Late 19th

Large Pedestal Desk In Mahogany From The 19th Century
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Elegant large mahogany pedestal desk from the 19th century Very beautiful pedestal desk which has been worked on both sides which allows it to be placed in the middle of a room or a...
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19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Desks

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Mahogany

Large Pedestal Desk In Mahogany From The 19th Century
Large Pedestal Desk In Mahogany From The 19th Century

Large Pedestal Desk In Mahogany From The 19th Century

19th Century Italian Solid Walnut Antique Small Writing Desk
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
essential antique Italian small writing desk. The desk is made of solid walnut wood. Important turned legs. Equipped with one comfortable large drawer on the front. Due to its small ...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Louis Philippe Desks

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Walnut

19th Century Italian Solid Walnut Antique Small Writing Desk
19th Century Italian Solid Walnut Antique Small Writing Desk

19th Century Italian Solid Walnut Antique Small Writing Desk

Large Pedestal Desk In Mahogany From The 19th Century
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Elegant large mahogany pedestal desk from the 19th century from France Very beautiful pedestal desk which has been worked on both sides which allows it to be placed in the middle of...
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19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Desks

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Mahogany

Large Pedestal Desk In Mahogany From The 19th Century
Large Pedestal Desk In Mahogany From The 19th Century

Large Pedestal Desk In Mahogany From The 19th Century

Davenport Desk, Germany, 1870
Located in Belmont, MA
Introducing a delightful German Davenport desk dating back to 1870. This small and narrow desk showcases a distinctive design with an inclined top table and a convenient box with a lid. Its unique shape corresponds to the renowned typology known as the Davenport desk, named after Captain Davenport...
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1870s German Antique Louis Philippe Desks

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Walnut

Davenport Desk, Germany, 1870
Davenport Desk, Germany, 1870

Davenport Desk, Germany, 1870

19th Century Italian Louis Philippe Walnut Wood Writing Desk
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Elegant antique Italian writing desk. Rare and precious solid walnut wood. Comfortable size for a practical use. The desk has elegant turn...
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1850s Italian Antique Louis Philippe Desks

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Walnut

19th Century Italian Louis Philippe Walnut Wood Writing Desk
19th Century Italian Louis Philippe Walnut Wood Writing Desk

19th Century Italian Louis Philippe Walnut Wood Writing Desk

Antique Oak Secretary Desk, Belgium, circa 1920
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique secretary from the beginning of the 20th century. Made of oak wood. Very good condition. Dimensions: height 107 cm / width 100 cm / depth 47 cm.  
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1920s Belgian Vintage Louis Philippe Desks

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Oak

Antique Oak Secretary Desk, Belgium, circa 1920
Antique Oak Secretary Desk, Belgium, circa 1920

Antique Oak Secretary Desk, Belgium, circa 1920

Antique Danish "Hans Christian Andersen" Desk or Writing Table in Figured Walnut
Located in Miami, FL
A very handsome "Hans Christian Andersen" writing desk in beautiful figured walnut with one drawer over kneehole, flanked by two drawers on each side for a total of 5 working drawers...
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Mid-19th Century Danish Antique Louis Philippe Desks

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Walnut

Antique Danish "Hans Christian Andersen" Desk or Writing Table in Figured Walnut
Antique Danish "Hans Christian Andersen" Desk or Writing Table in Figured Walnut

Antique Danish "Hans Christian Andersen" Desk or Writing Table in Figured Walnut

19th Century Louis Philippe Fall-Front Secretary in Cherrywood
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Beautiful craftsmanship Louis Philippe abattant secretary desk in a walnut cherry wood with exterior front inlay with farmscapes, castle and flowers marquetry details. The secretary ...
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1860s European Antique Louis Philippe Desks

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Brass

19th Century Louis Philippe Fall-Front Secretary in Cherrywood
19th Century Louis Philippe Fall-Front Secretary in Cherrywood

19th Century Louis Philippe Fall-Front Secretary in Cherrywood

French 19th Century Louis-Philippe Desk "a Gradin",
Located in Stockbridge, GA
French 19th century Louis-Philippe Desk "a Gradin", burl of walnut Dimensions with the top slider open 26'' D x 29'' H (floor to the top).    
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Desks

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Walnut

French 19th Century Louis-Philippe Desk "a Gradin",
French 19th Century Louis-Philippe Desk "a Gradin",

French 19th Century Louis-Philippe Desk "a Gradin",

19th C Buffet Secretaire, Escritoire Cabinet Louis Philippe Cherrywood, France
Located in Labrit, Landes
Antique Louis Philippe buffet escritoire secretaire cabinet, circa 1850-1860 Desk very convenient to store and close in a room with several func...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Desks

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Cherry

19th C Buffet Secretaire, Escritoire Cabinet Louis Philippe Cherrywood, France
19th C Buffet Secretaire, Escritoire Cabinet Louis Philippe Cherrywood, France

19th C Buffet Secretaire, Escritoire Cabinet Louis Philippe Cherrywood, France

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Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
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19th Century Italian Louis Philippe Walnut Wood Writing Desk
19th Century Italian Louis Philippe Walnut Wood Writing Desk

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H 43.31 in W 51.97 in D 29.93 in
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19th Century Italian Louis Philippe Walnut Wood Writing Desk

H 42.13 in W 46.46 in D 28.35 in
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Located in Gloucestershire, GB
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Located in High Point, NC
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Louis Philippe desks for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Louis Philippe desks for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Early 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage desks created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include case pieces and storage cabinets, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, walnut and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Louis Philippe desks made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Italy pieces for sale on 1stDibs. 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 desks differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $1,540 and tops out at $7,551 while the average work can sell for $3,180.

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