Reflecting the final era of royal opulence before the upheaval of the French Revolution, antique Louis XVI furniture features more angular shapes than the Rococo curves of the Louis XV style, harkening back to the imposing grandeur of Louis XIV.
Dating between 1750 and 1800, an era that overlapped with the last king of France whose reign was cut short by the guillotine, Louis XVI furniture, known as the goût grec, is emblematic of the neoclassical revision that French furniture underwent during the second half of the 18th century.
Authentic Louis XVI furniture characteristics include clean lines and carved details such as scrolls and acanthus flourishes that were inspired by ancient Greece and Rome. This was informed by a burgeoning interest in antiquity in the 18th century, owing to new archaeological excavations at sites including Pompeii and Herculaneum. It largely eclipsed the more East Asian–influenced ornamentation of Louis XV for something more geometric and symmetrical.
The Louis XVI style was defined by what was being created for the palatial rooms at Versailles and Fontainebleau, particularly for the queen, with cabinetmaker Jean-Henri Riesener being a favorite of Marie-Antoinette’s for his luxurious pieces accented with gilded bronze and marquetry. Furniture maker Jean-Baptiste-Claude Sené was also a major designer of the period, with his pieces for the royal residences adorned with giltwood and neoclassical touches like tapered columns for chair legs and laurel leaf carvings. Cabinetmaker Adam Weisweiler occasionally incorporated into his furniture porcelain panels produced by Sèvres, a popular manufacturer of European ceramics that served the crown with serveware, vases and other decorative objects.
Find a collection of antique Louis XVI seating, tables, cabinets and other furniture on 1stDibs.
Large Rare Suite of 42 Matching Louis XVI Style Giltwood Dining Chairs
Located in Suffolk, GB
An exceptional and highly decorative suite of forty-two giltwood dining chairs comprising thirty-four single chairs and eight carver armchairs executed in the elegant Louis XVI neocl...
Giltwood
Set of Twelve Mid Century French Louis XVI Style Painted Carved Dining Chairs
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This set of twelve mid twentieth century French Louis XVI style carved dining chairs include ten side chairs and two armchairs and are painted in a cream color with gold detailing. T...
Upholstery, Beech
Set of Four Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Style Painted Side Chairs
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This set of four early twentieth century French dining chairs or side chairs is in the Louis XVI style and features carved rosettes on the die joints and classic tapered fluted legs....
Upholstery, Ash
Baker Furniture Style French Regency Louis XVI Carved Walnut Dining Chairs
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous set of eight French Regency Louis XVI style shield back dining chairs In the manner of Baker Furniture USA, Circa Late 20th Century Solid carved walnut frames, with uph...
Upholstery, Walnut
French Regency Louis XVI Cherry Wood Upholstered Armchairs, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of French Regency Louis XVI style armchairs or dining captain chairs Circa Late 20th Century Beautiful carved cherry wood, with upholstered seats and backs. Measur...
Upholstery, Cherry
Set of Eight Restored French Louis XVI Dining Chairs in Olive Green
Located in Astoria, NY
An exquisite set of eight French Louis XVI style restored dining chairs, consisting of six side chairs and two armchairs, sourced in Paris, France. This elegant set features classic ...
Leather, Hardwood, Paint
Set of Six Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Style Painted Dining Room Chairs
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This set of mid twentieth century French dining chairs in the Louis XVI style includes four side chairs and two armchairs. They feature carved rosettes on the die joints and classic ...
Upholstery, Ash
Set of Eight Louis XVI Style Bronze Ormolu Caned Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Divine set of eight French mahogany dining chairs made in the grand Louis XVI taste. The set features rich, radiant mahogany frames with hand-caned oval balloon backs and seats. The ...
Bronze
Set of 10 Ralph Lauren Louis XVI Leather Dining Chairs
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beautiful set of ten leather dining chairs. They were manufactured by Ralph Lauren for Henredon and were part of a special series. Lovely cognac leather with brass nailheads. The...
Leather
Set of Eight Louis XVI Style Bronze Ormolu Caned Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Divine set of eight French mahogany dining chairs made in the grand Louis XVI taste. The set features rich, radiant mahogany frames with hand-caned oval balloon backs and seats. The ...
Bronze
$3,600 / set
Set of Four Louis XVI Caned Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Set of Four Louis XVI Caned Chairs. Handsome set of blonde wood carved chairs in the Louis XVI style from the 1920’s with wood peg and corner bloc...
Wood
Henredon Style French Regency Louis XVI Carved Walnut and Cane Back Dining Chair
By Henredon, Grand Ledge Chair Company 1
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous set of six French Regency Louis XVI style dining chairs In the manner of Henredon By Grand Ledge Chair Company USA, Circa 1960s...
Upholstery, Cane, Walnut
French Regency Louis XVI Hand-Painted and Gold Gilt Dining Chairs, Set of Eight
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous set of eight Neoclassical or French Regency Louis XVI style dining chairs In the manner of Baker Furniture Late 20th century Carved hand painted and gold gilt mah...
Upholstery, Mahogany, Paint
Set of Six Louis XVI Style Square Back Painted Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Exquisite set of six French square back dining chairs crafted in the neoclassical Louis XVI taste. The carved frames feature a distinctive square back and seat with a Gustavian style...
Fabric, Beech
Set of 12 Louis XVI-Style Painted Green Damask Upholstered Dining Chairs
Located in Queens, NY
SET of 12 Louis XVI-style (1st half 20th Century) dining chairs with off-white painted frames with green trim and having oval channeled backs, upholstered in green and gold silk dama...
Damask
Set of Six Swedish Gustavian Style Painted Cane Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Exquisite set of six Swedish painted dining chairs crafted in the Gustavian Louis XVI taste. The chairs feature a distinctive square back with a woven cane inset. The beech frames have a painted or glazed finish with an intentionally faded patina to mimic age. The grey painted frames have subtle scarlet accents around the seat apron and neoclassical swag motifs on the legs. The generous seats are newly upholstered with an off-white fabric that compliments the painted frames. The chairs are sturdy and strong with excellent joinery and craftsmanship. The molded frames have intricate details and dot pattern designs around the back and seat. Classic Gustavian style and profile with a desirable aged patina on the finish. Erin Lane Estate...
Fabric, Cane, Beech
Italian Regency French Louis XVI Style Cherry Wood Oval Dining Chairs - Set of 6
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Please message us with your zip code to request a more reasonable domestic U.S. shipping quote. Vintage Italian Regency French Louis XVI Style Upholstered Oval Back Cherry Wood Dini...
Cherry
A set of 6 French Painted Dining Room Side Chairs, c. 1940.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These chairs are a classic square-back form with elegant neoclassical lines, typical of Louis XVI style. Updated with new fabric for a fresh yet timeless look.
Upholstery, Wood, Paint
Set of 6 French Louis XVI Armchairs or Fauteuils with original Aubusson Tapestry
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Set of 6 Louis XVI armchairs or fauteuils in carved walnut wood, with stunning Aubusson tapestry upholstery, all in very good condition. Lovely floral pattern on the tapestry, origin...
Tapestry, Walnut
Antique French Louis XVI Style Painted Dining Chairs in Teal Mohair - Set of 8
Located in Astoria, NY
This elegant set of eight antique French dining chairs is executed in the Louis XVI style and dates to the early 20th century. Sourced in Paris, the chairs retain their original teal...
Metal
Vintage French Louie XVI Style Dining Chairs - Set of 6
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
Elevate your dining space with this elegant set of six vintage Louis XVI style dining chairs, showcasing timeless French neoclassical design. Crafted with beautifully carved wood fra...
Upholstery, Wood
Set of Four French Louis XVI Style Walnut Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Handsome set of four 20th century French carved walnut dining chairs made in the grand Louis XVI taste. The highly detailed frames feature a round balloon back decorated with a carved faux rope border and a ribbon floral spray on the crest. The generous seats have carved rosettes on the front corners and are supported by tapered, fluted legs ending with classic toupie feet. The chairs are sturdy and solid with excellent joinery and craftsmanship. The frames have been reupholstered with a soft, velvet fabric in a complimentary light neutral tone. Erin Lane Estate...
Fabric, Walnut
Set of Six Swedish Gustavian Style Painted Cane Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Exquisite set of six Swedish painted dining chairs crafted in the Gustavian Louis XVI taste. The chairs feature a distinctive arched crest back with a woven cane inset. The beech frames have a painted or glazed finish with an intentionally faded patina to mimic age. The grey painted frames have subtle scarlet accents on the feet and . The generous seats are newly upholstered with an off-white fabric that compliments the painted frames. The chairs are sturdy and strong with excellent joinery and craftsmanship. The molded frames have intricate details throughout. Classic Gustavian style and profile with a desirable aged patina on the finish. Erin Lane Estate...
Fabric, Cane, Beech
Set of Eight Maitland Smith French Louis XVI Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Extraordinary set of eight mahogany dining chairs attributed to Maitland-Smith. The chairs feature a large tufted back with an hourglass form. The set consists of six side chairs and...
Brass
Set of Six French Louis XVI Style Painted Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Sublime set of six French 20th century carved beech dining chairs crafted in the grand Louis XVI taste. The oval balloon back or cameo frames feature an opulent silver cloud or oyste...
Brass
$4,230 / set
Set of 6 French Chairs & 2 Armchairs
Located in Stockbridge, GA
Wonderful set of 6 chairs and 2 armchairs in the French Louis XVI pure line. Simple and chic.
Wood
Set of Four Louis XVI Style Painted Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Stunning set of four lacquer painted dining chairs made in the grand French Louis XVI taste. The chairs feature beautifully carved frames...
Velvet, Wood
Romweber Antique French Regency Louis XVI Mahogany Dining Chairs, Set of Four
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous set of four antique French Regency Louis XVI style side chairs or dining chairs By Romweber USA, Circa 1930s Solid carved mahogany frames, with brass studded upholstere...
Brass
Vintage John Stuart Provincial Cane Back and Leather Dining Chairs
By John Stuart Inc., John Stuart
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Set of 6 Cane back dining chairs with leather seats. Louis XVI styling. Great design with complimenting warm wood and black leather seat.
Leather, Cane, Wood
Set of Four French Louis XVI Style Dining Chairs with Brown Mohair
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Handsome set of four French dining chairs crafted in the grand Louis XI taste. The mid-20th century chairs feature carved beech frames with a natural finish. The frames have round ca...
Brass
Set of Six Louis XVI Style Painted Dining Chairs Green Leather
Located in Rio Vista, CA
A handsome set of six French painted dining chairs crafted in the grand Louis XVI taste. The chairs are hand-crafted from beech wood and feature stately tall square backs with molded...
Brass
Set of Six Louis XVI Style Square Back Painted Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Classic set of six French Louis XVI style painted dining chairs having a distinctive square back. The set features a painted finish with an intentionally aged, weathered patina. The ...
Fabric, Beech
Baker Furniture Style French Regency Louis XVI Carved Walnut Dining Chairs, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of French Regency Louis XVI style side chairs or dining chairs In the manner of Baker Furniture USA, Mid-20th Century Beautiful carved walnut, with brass studded l...
Brass
Set of Eight Louis XVI Style Caned Painted Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
A refined and graceful set of eight French painted dining chairs featuring oval cameo cane backs made in the grand Louis XVI taste. The carved beech chairs frames are finished in a s...
Brass
Baker Furniture Style French Regency Louis XVI Carved Walnut Dining Chairs
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of French Regency Louis XVI style shield back side chairs or dining chairs In the manner of Baker Furniture USA, Circa Late 20th Century Solid carved walnut frames...
Upholstery, Walnut
Fine Set of 12 Custom French Louis XVI Style Dining Room Chairs
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Set of 12 custom dining room chairs comprised of 10 side chairs and 2 arm chairs. The frames were purchased in France and the customer upholstery was done in the States. The chairs i...
Wood
Set of Six Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Cane Back Dining Chairs
Located in Astoria, NY
A charming set of six early 20th century French Louis XVI style dining chairs, sourced in Provence. Each chair is hand-crafted in solid hardwood with its original painted finish in a...
Jacquard, Cane, Hardwood, Paint
$1,200Sale Price / set|33% Off
Versatile Set of 4 Louis XVI Style Natural Wood and Upholstered Dining Chairs
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A set of 4 custom Louis XVI style carved wood dining chairs upholstered in lovely neutral ivory material with beige flecks.
Upholstery, Wood
$39,000 / set
Set of Eight Louis XVI- Style Painted Dining Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Set of 8 Louis XVI- Style Painted Dining Chairs - 2 arm and 6 side chairs - all upholstered in Blue Cowtan and Tout fabric.
Leather, Hardwood
Louis XVI Set of Six Dining Chairs And Two Armchairs
Located in Austin, TX
Set of six dining chairs and two armchairs from France in the Louis XVI style. This set has six chairs and two armchairs for a total of six pieces. The frames are hand-carved in soli...
Wood
$11,800Sale Price / set|73% Off
A Set of Twelve Italian Painted and Parcel Gilt Louis XVI Style Dining Chairs
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
A set of twelve Italian painted and parcel gilt Louis XVI Style dining chairs, 19th century Tablet back chairs with floral carved details raised on fluted legs with rosette embellis...
Hardwood
Louis XVI Style Beechwood Dining Chairs Set of Eight
Located in Bradenton, FL
Fabulous Set of Eight Louis XVI Style Dining Chairs. Chairs feature timeless balloon backs, rich, supple brown leather seats, and fluted legs with brass caps. Leather seats are remov...
Walnut
French Louis XVI Style Maple Dining Chairs in Orange Chenille - Set of 8
Located in Astoria, NY
Sourced in Provence, France, this set of mid-20th-century dining chairs is made in the Louis XVI style, with square upholstered backs, straight fluted legs, and clean, balanced propo...
Chenille, Hardwood
(8)Painted French Louis XVI Style Hand-Carved Side Chairs Made in France Options
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
We have been searching for a correct size and “comfortable by American standards” Louis XVI side chair. Copied from an original circa 1800s French Louis XVI side chair...
Beech, Leather, Upholstery
French Regency Louis XVI Cherry Wood Dining Chairs, Set of Four
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous set of four French Regency Louis XVI style side chairs or dining chairs USA, Circa Late 20th Century Beautiful carved cherry wood, with upholstered seats and backs. Mea...
Upholstery, Cherry
Set 14 French Louis XVI Dining Chairs Painted
Located in Potters Bar, GB
A superb and highly decorative set of fourteen French Louis XVI style dining chairs, comprising 12 side chairs and two armchairs Bought from a dealer on Marche Biron at Paris antique...
Giltwood
$650Sale Price / item|35% Off
19th Century French Oval Hand Carved Walnut Cane Dining Chairs Louis XVI Style
Located in Sofia, BG
Six 19th century French carved walnut dining chairs in Louis XVI style, with hand-caned seats and backs. The chairs are raised on elegantly carved legs. All six are very stable as co...
Cane, Walnut
Set of Four Antique Museum Quality French Louis XVI Dining Armchairs
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Incredible set of four early 19th century museum worthy French Louis XVI walnut fauteuils or armchairs. Exquisite carving all around, with florets at the top of each beautiful spiral...
Upholstery, Walnut
Set of Eight Louis XVI Style Painted Dining Chairs in Blue Velvet
Located in Rio Vista, CA
A refined set of eight mid-20th century French dining chairs featuring painted ivory frames and patterned peacock-blue velvet upholstery crafted in the grand Louis XVI taste. The cha...
Brass
Set of Four 19th Century French Louis XVI Walnut Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Set of Four 19th Century French Louis XVI Walnut Chairs is truly a timeless classic! Featuring curved oval seatbacks and generous seats, the set...
Walnut
Antique Venice Walnut Four Louis XVI Chairs , still usable, by Vincenzo Cadorin
Located in Vigonza, Padua
IMPORTANT: ON REQUEST WE WILL RE-UPHIDE THE CHAIRS WITH A SUPPLEMENT OF EURO 150 EACH. Refined Four Venetian Louis XVI Chairs, 19th century, with velvet upholstery still usable. Re...
Walnut
$1,800Sale Price / item|20% Off
Six Vintage French Louis XVI Style Upholstered Dining Chairs, 20th Century
Located in Big Flats, NY
A vintage set of 6 French Louis XVI style dining chairs includes two armchairs and four side chairs and offer white washed wood frames having striped u...
Upholstery, Wood
20th C. Set 12 Jansen Ebonized Louis XVI Style Lyre Back Dining Chairs
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Refine your dining experience with this exceptional Maison Jansen set of 12 dining chairs, a rare and highly collectible ensemble that embodies the elegance, craftsmanship, and neocl...
Brass
French Louis XVI Style Dining Chairs Hand-Made in France Armchair Available
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
French Louis XVI Style Dining Chairs Hand-Made in France Armchairs are available. Our listing shows a set of six handmade French Louis XVI dining chairs. We had been looking forever ...
Leather, Upholstery, Beech
Set of Four French Louis XVI Style Oak Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Classic set of four French dining chairs crafted in the Louis XVI taste. Hand-crafted from oak hardwood featuring an oval cameo back. The chairs have a vintage cream toned upholstery...
Brass
19th Century Grey Swedish Set of Eight Antique Pine Ladies Dining Room Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An antique set of eight Louis XVI style dining room chairs made of hand crafted painted Pinewood, in good condition. The Scandinavian side chairs in a chalky grey finish have a round...
Pine
$7,960Sale Price / set|20% Off
Set 10 Balloon Back Maison Jansen Attributed Antique White Paint Dining Chairs
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This elegant set of ten dining chairs is attributed to the renowned Parisian design house Maison Jansen, celebrated for its refined interpretations of classical European styles. Pain...
Walnut
Antique French Louis XVI Painted Dining Chairs W/ Leopard Jacquard - Set of 6
Located in Astoria, NY
A refined set of six late-19th-century French Louis XVI style dining chairs, sourced in Paris. Each chair features the classic oval medallion back, fluted legs, carved corner rosette...
Fabric, Cotton, Jacquard, Beech, Paint
Hepplewhite Carved Mahogany Side Chairs or Dining Chairs by Bevan Funnell, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of French Regency Louis XVI style side chairs or dining chairs By Bevan Funnell Ltd. USA, Circa Late 20th Century Solid carved mahogany frames, with upholstered se...
Upholstery, Mahogany
Fine Set of 8 Early 1900s Era French Louis XVI Style Walnut Dining Chairs
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This exceptional set of 8 French Louis XVI style dining chairs from the early 1900s embodies timeless elegance and masterful craftsmanship. Each chair is finely constructed from soli...
Walnut