French Louis Philippe Bibliothèque, Mahogany & Glass, Circa 1840
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A rather unusual case piece from 19th century France, this tall and narrow Louis Philippe bibliothèque was specially designed with 15 identical sections fitted into the upper cabinet.
Mahogany, Glass, Bone
Louis Philippe Bibliotheque, Hand-Crafted Walnut, Glass Doors, France
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This large Louis Philippe bibliotheque is a magnificent way to display or store any precious decor items in your home or office.
Glass, Wood, Walnut
19th Century French Louis Philippe Bibliothèque, Pine & Glass
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A towering, French 19th century Louis Philippe period bibliothèque, handcrafted from pine which has natural luminosity within the grain and three glass-front doors to display in an o...
Brass
French Louis Philippe Mahogany Bibliotheque with Silk Interior
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A 19th century French Louis Philippe bibliothèque, the display cabinet is handcrafted from gorgeously figured mahogany and two glass-front doors.
Silk, Glass, Mahogany
Bibliothèque Louis-Philippe en chêne massif – France, XIXᵉ siècle
Located in NEUFCHÂTEL-HARDELOT, FR
Élégante bibliothèque française d'époque Louis-Philippe, réalisée en merisier massif au cours du XIXᵉ siècle.
Oak
French Louis Philippe Style Walnut Bibliotheque Bookcase, Circa 1900s
Located in Dallas, TX
Indicative of furniture in the style of Louis Philippe, this stunning bibliothèque features clean and elegant lines with restrained ornamentation that emphasizes the inherent beauty ...
Textile, Felt, Glass, Wood, Walnut, Burl
19th Century French Louis Philippe Style Walnut Bibliotheque or Bookcase
Located in Birmingham, AL
19th century French Louis Philippe style bibliothèque or bookcase handcrafted of solid walnut by talented artisans near Honfleur, a commune in the Calvados department in northwestern...
Walnut
19th Century French Louis Philippe Bookcase ~ Bibliotheque in Stripped Oak
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant French bookcase dates to the Louis Philippe period, a time in the 1840s when design turned toward comfort, balance, and livable beauty. Under the reign of King Louis Phi...
Glass, Oak
French Louis Philippe Grand Scale Deux Corps Bibliotheque
Located in Round Top, TX
A very handsome grand scale Louis Philippe Period Deux Corps Bibliotheque. Wonderfully constructed from sound oak with 4 glass paned doors to the upper section and 4 solid wood door...
Oak
Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Period Painted Bookcase/Buffet Deux Corps
Located in Birmingham, AL
Graceful in scale and quietly sophisticated, this large mid-19th century French Louis Philippe period bibliothèque — handcrafted by talented artisans in Avignon, circa 1840s — embodi...
Walnut
French 19th Century Pine and Glass Door Bibliotheque
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A capacious, 19th century French Louis Philippe style bibliothèque, handcrafted of pine with a row of four glass-front doors for displaying treasured books, heirlooms, and other coll...
Brass
19th Century French Bibliotheque, Walnut Wood, Glass Doors, Circa 1870
Located in Houston, US
19th C. French Bibliotheque in walnut with glass front doors and adjustable shelves.
Glass, Wood
Bibliothèque deux corps en acajou Louis Philippe
Located in NAVILLY, FR
Bibliothèque deux corps en acajou moucheté montée sur chêne époque 1880. Qualité exceptionnelle. Entièrement démontée et restaurée par nos ateliers. La partie basse ne se dé...
Wood
Unavailable
H 92 in W 48 in D 20.5 in
Louis Philippe Antique French Painted Mahogany Bibliotheque Display Cabinet Book
Located in Houston, TX
An unusual painted antique French Louis Philippe mahogany bibliotheque display cabinet bookcase, circa 1870.
Mahogany
Unavailable
H 81.5 in W 53 in D 21 in
French Provencial Louis Philippe Oak Bibliotheque or Buffet, circa 1850
Located in Savannah, GA
French Provincial Louis Philippe oak Bibliotheque or stepped back buffet with aviary doors, circa 1850.
Oak
Mid-19th Century French Painted and Gilded Bibliotheque
Located in Carmel, CA
Mid-19th century French painted and gilded bibliotheque with original paint and gilding. Exceptional detail turned and gilded columns and original glass panels.
Gold Leaf
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Bibliotheque
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This is a handsome Louis Philippe bibliotheque from 19th century France.
Glass, Wood, Mahogany
French 19th Century Mahogany Louis Philippe Bibliotheque
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This is a French 19th century mahogany Louis Philippe bibliotheque. The door panels are beautifully bookmatched mahogany with original wavy glass at the top of the doors (one piece o...
Mahogany
19th Century Walnut Louis Philippe Bibliotheque
Located in Houston, TX
This is a beautiful 19th century walnut Louis Philippe bibliotheque or bookcase. Found in France in wonderful condition the piece could be used to store books or china.
Brass
French 19th Century Mahogany Louis Philippe Bibliothèque
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A handsome French Louis Philippe bibliothèque, made of mahogany, from the latter part of the 19th century.
Glass, Mahogany
19th Century Louis Philippe Bibliotheque or Bookcase
Located in Winter Park, FL
A 19th century French Louis Philippe bibliotheque made of solid walnut.
Walnut
French Louis Philippe Bibliotheque
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
French painted bibliotheque has open shelves on top with three paneled doors on base
French Oak Louis Philippe Bibliotheque
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A fantastic French Louis Philippe style bibliotheque, finished in beautiful, quarter sawn oak, circa 1860.
Brass
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Bibliotheque
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A narrow, 19th century French Louis Philippe style bibliothèque or bookcase, handcrafted of mahogany with two glass-front doors for displaying treasured books, heirlooms, or trophies...
Glass, Mahogany
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Bibliothèque
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
An impressive walnut bibliothèque, in the Louis Philippe style, from France, c. 1880's.
Glass, Walnut
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Bibliotheque
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A 19th century French Louis Philippe style bibliothèque or bookcase, handcrafted of timeless mahogany with two glass-front doors for displaying treasured books, heirlooms, or trophie...
Glass, Mahogany
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Bibliotheque
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This is a handsome Louis Philippe style bibliotheque from France, circa 1830.
Glass, Wood, Mahogany
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Bibliotheque
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This unique bibliotheque is not all original. The case of this Louis Philippe antique is made of beautifully figured walnut and would have had solid paneled doors with interior hinges.
Metal, Steel
French 19th Century Walnut Louis Philippe Bibliothèque
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A handsome two-door walnut bibliothèque, made in the Louis Philippe style, from 19th century France.
Glass, Walnut
French 19th Century Mahogany Louis Philippe Bibliothèque
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
An impressively sized six door mahogany bibliothèque, done in the Louis Philippe style, from 19th century France.
Mahogany
French 19th Century Mahogany Louis Philippe Bibliothèque
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A refined bird’s-eye mahogany bibliothèque, done in the Louis Philippe style, from 19th century, France.
Glass, Mahogany
Ebonized Petite Antique French Louis Philippe Bibliotheque/Cabinet
Located in Highwood, IL
Exquisite antique French Louis Philippe ebonized walnut bibliotheque with wavy glasses, adjustable shelves and a solid oak back, to boot.
Walnut
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Bibliotheque with Bureau
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A monumental French Louis-Philippe period (circa 1840) mahogany bibliotheque with integrated secretary desks–a rare example of sophisticated construction and luxurious materials.
Leather, Mahogany
Sold
H 67 in W 41.75 in D 15.75 in
Small Scale 19th Century French Louis Philippe Bibliotheque, Bookcase, Vitrine
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This small scale 19th century French Louis Philippe period bookcase or vitrine stands at 67 inches in height. It features a solid walnut facade with simple, handsome lines and two do...
Glass, Walnut
French Louis Philippe Style 19th Century Bibliotheque
By Louis Philippe
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
French Louis Philippe bibliotheque in bird's-eye mahogany.
Period Louis Philippe Bookcase or Vitrine of Walnut with Handblown Glass
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This walnut Louis Philippe Bibliothèque features simple handsome lines and its original handblown glass doors.
Blown Glass, Walnut
Sold
H 97.5 in W 65 in D 16.75 in
19th Century French Louis Philippe Period Cherrywood Bibliotheque or Bookcase
Located in Birmingham, AL
Elegant 19th century French period Louis Philippe bibliotheque (bookcase) handcrafted of solid cherry by talented artisans near Mont Saint-Michel, an island commune in Normandy, havi...
Glass, Cherry
Sold
H 84 in W 112.5 in D 16.25 in
Original 9'5" Wide Antique French Painted 8 over 4 Bibliotheque/Cabinet
Located in Highwood, IL
Unbelievable antique French Louis Philippe bibliotheque with a great greenish gray paint, 8 chicken wired upper door panels, over 4 hand-dovetailed drawers.
Wood
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Mahogany Bibliotheque
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A 19th century French Louis Philippe bibliothèque, the display cabinet is handcrafted from gorgeously figured mahogany and two glass-front doors backed in gold silk curtains.
Silk, Glass, Mahogany, Oak
French 19th Century Faux Bamboo Pine & Mirror Armoire
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This example takes the familiar proportions of a Louis Philippe bibliotheque or armoire and transforms the exterior with multiple rows of faux bamboo molding that outlines the rectil...
Mirror, Pine
French Louis Philippe Walnut Bibliotheque
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This unique Louis Philippe antique is made of beautifully figured walnut and the interior has been recently painted and pairs well with the tones of the walnut and can be seen throug...
Metal
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Walnut Bibliotheque
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A gorgeous Louis Philippe style walnut bibliotheque with eight total doors and ten total drawers!!!
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Mahogany Bibliotheque
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A striking French 19th century Louis Philippe mahogany bibliotheque. Beautiful details grace many of this 19th century French secretary’s surfaces and interiors.
Mahogany
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Mahogany Bibliotheque
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
Simply designed and made mahogany bibliothque in the Louis Philippe fashion. Curved cornice sits over bookcase doors featuring old wavy glass and adjustable interior shelving. The bo...
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Mahogany Bibliotheque
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A substantial 19th century French Louis Philippe style bibliothèque or bookcase, handcrafted of mahogany with a lovely sheen that reveals variegated colors and grain patterns in the ...
Mahogany
19th c. Louis-Philippe Bookcase or Bibliotheque
Located in Winter Park, FL
A two parts bookcase made of walnut with adjustable shelves inside the upper part, unusual oval ring above the glass panels, four small compartments, a pull-out tray with leather top...
French 19th Century Louis Philippe-Style Bibliotheque
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This spectacular eight-door walnut bibliotheque, c. 1870’s, commands attention standing over seven feet tall and wide. The four glass front doors across the top section close before ...
Walnut
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Mahogany Bibliotheque
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A capacious, 19th century French Louis Philippe style bibliothèque, handcrafted of mahogany with a row of four glass-front doors for displaying treasured books, heirlooms, and other ...
Glass, Mahogany
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Massive Bibliotheque
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A towering, 19th century French Louis Philippe style bibliothèque or bookcase, handcrafted of mahogany with three glass-front doors for displaying treasured books, heirlooms, or trop...
Brass
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Style Bibliotheque
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This is a great sized 19th century bibliotheque in the style of Louis Philippe. Constructed with walnut, the distinct grain pattern is showcased throughout.
Glass, Wood, Walnut
Pair of Reproduction Louis Philippe Style Bibliotheques
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A custom pair of bibliotheques made in the French Louis Philippe style.
Steel
19th Century Louis Philippe French Provincial “Bibliotheque” Bookcase
Located in Middleburg, VA
19th century Louis Philippe French Provincial “Bibliotheque” (Bookcase).
Cherry
French 19th Century Walnut Louis Philippe Style Bibliothèque
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This large glass-front bookcase, or bibliothèque, was made in France towards the end of the 19th century. Three long doors contain their original wavy glass, through which you can di...
Walnut
Grand French 19th Century Louis Philippe Mahogany Bibliotheque
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
An outstanding large-scale grand bibliotheque in excellent condition. The bookcase stands over 9 feet tall and is over 14 feet long. The top and base do come apart, however, the base...
Mahogany
French Louis Philippe Style Walnut Library Bibliotheque Bookcase
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Magnificent early 20th century French library bookcase or bibliotheque cabinet crafted from walnut. The top case features four large doors with period correct wavy glass fronts. The ...
Iron
Sold
H 113.5 in W 66 in D 18.5 in
Monumental French Louis Philippe Period Lyonnaise Bibliotheque or Bookcase
Located in Birmingham, AL
A monumental French Louis Philippe period Lyonnaise bibliotheque or bookcase handcrafted of solid walnut by skilled craftsman in Lyon, circa 1840s.
Walnut
Sold
H 86.88 in W 44.5 in D 19.5 in
French 19th Century Solid Mahogany Louis Philippe Style Bibliotheque
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This handsome bibliotheque was crafted in the style of Louis Philippe in 19th century France.
Glass, Mahogany
Sold
H 79 in W 43 in D 16 in
19th Century Louis Philippe Period Bookmatched Burl Walnut Bibliotheque Bookcase
Located in Fayetteville, AR
With clean lines and a simple style that blends with all interiors, this Louis Philippe period bookmatched burl walnut bibliotheque or bookcase features its four original handblown g...
Blown Glass, Walnut
Sold
H 103 in W 57.5 in D 20.5 in
19th Century French Louis Philippe Style Flame Mahogany Bibliotheque or Bookcase
Located in Birmingham, AL
A handsome 19th century French Louis Philippe style bibliothèque or bookcase handcrafted of flame mahogany by talented artisans near Lyon, circa 1880s.
Mahogany
Sold
H 89 in W 61 in D 18 in
Late 19th Century Louis Philippe Style Burl Ash Bibliotheque, Bookcase, Vitrine
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This Louis Philippe style bibliothèque or bookcase from the late 19th century features a facade of exquisite book matched burl ash.
Glass, Ash, Burl
Sold
H 98.75 in W 81.25 in D 23.25 in
Louis-Philippe Style 1890s Walnut Bibliothèque with Glass Doors and Drawers
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Louis-Philippe style walnut bookcase from the late 19th century with glass doors, drawers and wooden doors.
Glass, Walnut
Sold
H 97 in W 54.5 in D 20 in
Antique French Louis Philippe Period Walnut Buffet à Deux Corps or Bibliotheque
Located in Birmingham, AL
A mid-19th century French Louis Philippe period buffet à deux corps or bibliothèque handcrafted of walnut by talented artisans near the city of Arles, a UNESCO World Heritage site be...
Brass
c.1860 Louis Philippe Book-Matched Burled Walnut Bibliotheque
Located in Highwood, IL
Well-suited as either a bibliotheque or as a china vitrine, we offer you this antique French Louis Philippe book-matched burled walnut, single door, glazed cabinet.
A French Louis Philippe Walnut and Bronze Mounted Bibliotheque
Located in Atlanta, GA
having a large, protruding cornice above a slender upper section housing adjustable shelves and enclosed behind two locking doors with individual panes of hand-rolled glass, the lowe...
Walnut
Pair Of Antique Louis Philippe Bookcases
Located in Dallas, TX
No, your eyes do not deceive you, this is in fact a pair of Louis Philippe period bibliotheques, rendered from exotic imported flame mahogany that has been bookmatched to create a st...
French 19th Century Bibliotheque
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This Louis Philippe inspired bibliotheque is made of solid pine with walnut trim.
Pine
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Bookcase or Buffet
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
An outstanding walnut Louis Philippe bookcase or bibliotheque with glass doors, opening to two fixed walnut shelves.
French 19th Century Mahogany Bibliotheque
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This is a French 19th century Louis Philippe mahogany bibliotheque. The grain of the mahogany wood is very interesting and has a wonderful patina.
Mahogany
French 19th Century Bookmatched Mahogany Louis Philippe Armoire
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A spacious, 19th century French Louis Philippe style armoire or bibliothèque, handcrafted of mahogany with four-way bookmatched doors that are fascinating from every perspective, bot...
Mahogany
French 19th Century Mahogany Bibliotheque
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A 19th century French Louis Philippe style bibliothèque or other display cabinet, handcrafted from gorgeously figured mahogany and two glass-front doors outlined with delicate inlay ...
Textile, Glass, Mahogany
French Reproduction Walnut Bibliotheque
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This traditional breakfront bibliotheque was a bespoke creation made in France (late 20th century) from gorgeous walnut veneer to bring the inviting warmth of a dining room or kitche...
Brass
French, 19th Century Solid Oak Bibliotheque
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A massive bibliotheque from 19th century France made in the style of Louis Philippe, circa 1830!
Glass, Oak
Oval Dining Table in Natural White Oak
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Introducing our exquisite Amber oval dining table, crafted from beautiful white oak for a touch of elegance. Its solid construction ensures durability and longevity, perfect for ever...
Wood, Oak
$7,950 / set
H 30.32 in W 26.78 in D 29.53 in
1940s Kozelka & Kropacek Armchairs in Texel Sheepskin & Brown Patinated Frame
By Jindřich Halabala, Karel Kozelka & Antonin Kropacek
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Czech design by Kozelka & Kropacek, reupholstered in luxurious Texel sheepskin with warm brown patinated bentwood frames. Comfort, craftsmanship, and timeless style. De...
Sheepskin, Upholstery, Bentwood
$4,900 / item
H 34 in W 86 in D 42 in
Custom Made Modern English Arm Sofa in Performance Linen Velvet - 86"
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This beautiful english arm sofa has a modern twist, with its single bench cushion, and beautiful curved apron sides. It’s upholstered in a Linen Velvet Performance fabric. Shown in...
Linen, Velvet
$6,900
H 50.5 in W 63.5 in D 17 in
Mid Century Modern Cabinet in Oak, Hand carved by a Danish Cabinetmaker, 1950s
Located in Round Rock, TX
Danish Hand-Carved Oak Cabinet, Denmark, Mid-20th Century This exceptional Danish cabinet is crafted from solid oak and distinguished by its deeply hand-carved façade. The front pan...
Oak
$15,800 / set
H 34.75 in W 17.75 in D 19.75 in
Set of 10 French Art Deco Dining Chairs, Walnut & Velvet, 1930s
Located in Astoria, NY
Sourced in Paris, this set of ten French Art Deco dining chairs dates to the 1930s and reflects the refined, architectural direction of the later Deco period. The design is defined b...
Velvet, Walnut
$18,297
H 49.22 in W 49.22 in D 4.73 in
Unique Oversized Sunburst Mirror in Carved Giltwood by Francisco Hurtado, 1940s
By Francisco Hurtado
Located in Barcelona, ES
One of a kind Oversized Sunburst Starburst Mirror in Carved Giltwood Manufactured by Francisco Hurtado, Spain, 1940-1950. Francisco Hurtado was an spanish cabinet maker from the mid-...
Gold Leaf
$5,700Sale Price|40% Off
H 27.5 in W 23.5 in
Portrait of a Gentleman in a Landscape, Scottish Portraiture, Portrait, Wealthy
Located in Grand Rapids, MI
John Pairman (Scottish, 1788 - 1843) Signed: J Pairman 1820 (Lower, Right) " Portrait of a Gentleman ", 1820 Oil on Canvas 22 1/4" x 18 5/8" Housed in a 2 3/4" Husar Frame Ove...
Canvas, Oil
$16,400
H 78.75 in W 70.87 in D 27.56 in
Giuseppe Rivadossi for Officina Rivadossi Bedroom Divider Wardrobe Walnut
By Officina Rivadossi, Giuseppe Rivadossi
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Giuseppe Rivadossi for Officina Rivadossi, bedroom divider or wardrobe unit, walnut, glass Italy, 1980s This exceptional piece by Italian sculptor and designer Giuseppe Rivadossi is...
Glass, Walnut
Oak And Pine Pharmacy Cabinet, anno 1889
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
The cabinet is made of oak with drawers and back of pine wood. The cabinet consists of 2 parts. In the upper part there are three doors with the original antique glass. Behind each d...
Glass, Oak, Pine
Pair Neoclassical Style Black Iron Twin Campaign Canopy Beds
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of wonderful 20th Century campaign style canopy black iron twin beds.
Iron
$575Sale Price|55% Off
H 34 in W 61.63 in D 28 in
Antique French Child's Bed in Original Paint from Toulouse, France
Located in Highwood, IL
Antique French Child’s Iron Bed in as found condition, with Original Old Paint and could be used to house a Doll or Stuffed Animal collection. Very decorative and very inexpensive.
Metal
$6,500
H 57.5 in W 82 in D 3 in
Antique French Rococo Gold Giltwood Carved Wood Italian King Size Bed Headboard
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Rococo Gold Giltwood Carved Wood Italian King Size Bed Headboard. Item features solid wood construction, stunning relief carved acanthus leafy scrollwork, cream and go...
Wood
Antique Iron Safe with Rocaille Decoration, France, Circa 1740
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A large, antique single-door safe or cassa forte made of hand crafted iron with rivets and bands on the surface and palmettes and rocaille decorations on the front, in good condition...
Metal, Iron
French Restauration Period Mahogany and Gilt Bronze Daybed
Located in London, GB
This grand daybed would make a fantastic addition to a traditional lounge room: framed in dark mahogany and upholstered in green and gold striped silk, the daybed is a fine work of a...
Ormolu, Bronze
Exceptional 19th Century Italian Painted Bookcase
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Impressive late 19th C Italian painted bookcase with lots of storage. 1890 Reference: 8409 Dimensions 140 inches (356 cms) Wide 20 inches (51 cms) Deep 95.5 inches (243 cms) High
Walnut, Pine
French 19th Century Mahogany Louis XVI Style Bibliotheque
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A sprawling, 19th century French bibliothèque, handcrafted of mahogany with four glass-front doors to display treasured books, trophies, and other collections in an office or library...
Glass, Mahogany
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.
Find a collection of antique Louis Philippe seating, dining tables, bedroom furniture and other items on 1stDibs.
Whether you proudly shelve your books in regal mahogany or behind glass cabinet doors, an antique bookcase — or perhaps more than one — is essential to creating a cozy nook for any book lover.
As long as curious people have collected stories, we have needed a place to stow them away and preserve them. When auction houses and book dealers proliferated by the late 17th century, the bibliophile was born. And, of course, as with any treasured decorative objects or collectibles, a book lover’s volumes were suddenly worthy of a luxurious display — enter the bookcase.
Americans of means during the 19th century took to amassing art as well as rare books, and bookcases of the era — rife with hand-carved decorative accents and architectural motifs — were ideal for displaying their handsome leather-bound wares.
Although our favorite titles may change over the years, the functionality and beauty of their home within our home is timeless. Even those who don’t covet the perfect home library can benefit from an attractive display case, as bookcases can easily double as charming étagères.
Contemporary and customizable options make it easier for you to find the perfect bookcase for your style and stacks. If you don’t wish to fill your storage piece so that your collection is snug within its confines, incorporate extra space to allow for additional displays and decorative objects. And by introducing a striking dark wood Art Deco bookcase or low-profile mid-century modern design by Paul McCobb into your living room, your signed first editions won’t be the only items making a statement.
Find barrister bookcases, Globe Wernicke bookcases, bookcases with doors and other vintage and antique bookcases on 1stDibs now.