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What is French furniture called?

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What is French furniture called?
French furniture is usually just called French furniture in English. In French, someone might say "les meubles français," which translates directly to "French furniture." However, there are names for furniture styles inspired by the furniture produced in France. French Provincial is the name for pieces made in or inspired by craftsmen from the Loire Valley or in Lyon. Furniture produced in this style often shows off scalloped carvings and curving cabriole legs. French royal furniture is the general term for furnishings made for the monarchs of France or inspired by these pieces. An example is Louis XVI furniture, which often includes clean lines and carved details such as scrolls and acanthus flourishes that were inspired by ancient Greece and Rome. Find a wide variety of French furniture on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
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1970s Original Gorgeous Playing Cards Box by Cartier in Excellent condition.
By Cartier
Located in Milano, IT
1970s Original astonishing playing cards box by Cartier with is red leather original box 2-doors case . The box is lined in silk, stamped with the Les Must de Cartier logo and includ...
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Games

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Paper

French Petite Bridal Box from Normandy
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A fantastic antique marriage or bridal box–from Normandy, France–the petite trunk is decorated with stylized foliate details that grace the exterior. Once-vibrant pink and cream pain...
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Antique 18th Century French Folk Art Trunks and Luggage

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Metal

French White Clichy Glass Brass Sconces Wall Lamps
Located in Amsterdam, NL
French wall lamp "Clichy" white coloured glass Brass wall piece and arm E14 bulb holder diameter brass wall mount: 10 cm / 3.93" 3 holes to secure Weight: 0.80 kg / 1.8 lb E14 bu...
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Mid-20th Century French Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

19th Century French Louis Philippe Period Book Matched Walnut Chest, Marble
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This quintessential Louis Philippe style commode or chest of drawers displays the exemplary craftsmanship of the nineteenth century with a facade of book matched walnut and solid wal...
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Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble

19th French Majolica Pink Daisy Plate Delphin Massier
By Delphin Massier
Located in Austin, TX
19th French Majolica Pink Daisy Plate Delphin Massier.
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Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Dinner Plates

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Ceramic

Antique Green Glass Ceiling Lamp, Early 20th Century, France
Located in Barcelona, ES
Antique Green Glass Ceiling Lamp, Early 20th Century, France - Original Condition Description: Elevate the atmosphere of any room with this stunning antique ceiling lamp, crafted in...
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Early 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

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