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Louis XVI Armchairs

LOUIS XVI STYLE

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.

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Style: Louis XVI
Attr: Georges Jacob (French, 1739-1814), Carved Gilt wood & Polychrome Armchair
Located in Atlanta, GA
Attr: Georges Jacob (French, 1739-1814), Carved Gilt Wood & Polychrome Armchair. This armchair is of incredible detailing and features, from the fluted column body, acanthus leaf ca...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Armchairs

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Fabric, Giltwood

Antique Pair of Napoleon III circa 1870 Gold Giltwood Bergere Armchairs Louis
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer this stunning pair of original circa 1860-1870 Napoleon III Louis XVI style bergère armchairs which are part of a suite These chairs come with a matchin...
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1870s French Antique Louis XVI Armchairs

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Giltwood

Pair of Louis XVI style painted & upholstered fauteuil, 1910-30
Located in Kenilworth, IL
Pair of generously scaled Louis XVI style carved hard wood fauteuil with upholstered back panels, arm caps, and seats. The hardwood frames are finished in a white stain. American, A...
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Early 20th Century American Louis XVI Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Paint

18th Century Louis XVI Marquis Armchair
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
18th Century Louis XVI Marquis Armchair. beautiful shape. Marquis chairs are slightly wider and this chair is unique. Great for any room.
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Mid-18th Century French Antique Louis XVI Armchairs

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Hardwood

French Louis XVI Style Giltwood Upholstered Armchairs, 20th C
Located in Big Flats, NY
A pair of French Louis XVI style armchairs offer giltwood frames with upholstered seats and backs, carved foliate crest, scroll form arms, acanthus elements and raised on turned and ...
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20th Century French Louis XVI Armchairs

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Upholstery, Giltwood

Pair of French Louis XVI Period 1790s Bergère Marquise Chairs with Upholstery
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of French Louis XVI period bergères marquises chairs from the late 18th century, with wide seats, carved rosettes, fluted legs and floral uphols...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Armchairs

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Upholstery, Wood

French Cane Back Louis XVI, Directoire Style Desk Armchair
Located in Montreal, Quebec
French Cane Back Louis XVI - Directoire style desk armchair.  
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20th Century Unknown Louis XVI Armchairs

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Cane, Wood

French Louis XVI Needlepoint Fauteuil Armchair in Walnut, circa 1890
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions- H: 40in W: 24in D: 24in SH: 19in This Louis XVI Style French Armchair is made of the highest quality and is perfect for you and your home! If you look at the photos provi...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Armchairs

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Upholstery, Wood, Walnut

French Pair of Louis XVI 18th Century Armchairs or Fauteuils, Stamped/Signed
Located in Miami, FL
Important pair of 18th century Louis XVI armchairs stamped Menuisier du Roy (Ebeniste of the King). Very generous proportion...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XVI Armchairs

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Beech

21st Century Fleury Armchair in Fabric with Gold Leaf Finishing
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
Fleury expresses a refined classic style. From the structure to the fabric, everything is worked by local craftsmen, whose precious knowledge is handed down from father to son.‎ The ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Louis XVI Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

21st Century Grandcamée Armchair in Fabric with Gold Leaf Finishing
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
GrandCamée is the perfect expression of a bright classic style, where the refined upholstery in the precious fabric of the collection meets the decorative charm of the structure with...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Louis XVI Armchairs

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Fabric, Beech

Pair of French Louis XVI Style Painted Bergères Chairs with Oval Shaped Backs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of French Louis XVI style painted wood bergères chairs from the late 19th century, with oval shaped backs, scrolling arms, fluted legs and carved rosettes. Created in France d...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Armchairs

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Upholstery, Wood

Pair of giltwood French Louis XVI- Style arm chairs
Located in Houston, TX
Fine giltwood hand carving makes these chairs exceptionally fine. The gilding is original with a soft patina. The legs are reeded and A circular pendant design is set on the corners....
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Armchairs

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Giltwood

Antique Pair of French Louis XVI Style Cabriolets Armchairs
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A pair of medallion-backed Louis XVI-style 'Fauteuil Cabriolet' armchairs, in white lacquered wood, and upholstered in creamy velvet. These chairs are wonderfully aged, with an authe...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Armchairs

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Upholstery, Wood

French Pair of Medallion Armchairs Louis XVI Style in Orange Velvet, circa 1950
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Charming pair of Louis XVI style medallion armchairs dating from the 1950s. The base is typically Louis XVI fluted and tapered. The legs are connec...
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20th Century French Louis XVI Armchairs

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Velvet, Wood

Pair Louis XVI Style Carved and Painted Square Back Arm Chairs
Located in Locust Valley, NY
A pair of Louis XVI style carved and painted, square back arm chairs. The chair frames are beautifully carved with a twisted rope detail, acanthu...
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20th Century Louis XVI Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood, Paint

Louis XVI Style Gold & White Painted Arm Chairs, Pair
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Louis XVI style red damask upholstered gold and white painted arm chairs or fauteuils de la reine en cabriolet, with arched crest rails and gilt finials above upholstered bac...
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Mid-20th Century Louis XVI Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood

French Louis XVI Style Painted Armchairs with Richly Carved Décor, Sold Each
Located in Atlanta, GA
Two French Louis XVI style painted wood armchairs from the 19th century with carved décor including twisted rope motifs, acanthus leaves, rosettes and petite beads. These French Loui...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Armchairs

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Upholstery, Wood

Pair 19th Century French Louis XVI Gilded Armchairs ~ Fauteuils
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair 19th century French Louis XVI Gilded Armchairs ~ Fauteuils are a truly timeless representation of the neoclassic form inspired by the ancient Greeks and Romans! Carved from hand...
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1890s French Antique Louis XVI Armchairs

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Silk, Giltwood

Pair of Louis XVI style armchairs in gilded wood, "Chinese" decor tapestry
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of Louis XVI style armchairs in gilded wood, "Chinese" decor tapestry, all in very good condition, circa 1950
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1950s French Vintage Louis XVI Armchairs

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Tapestry, Giltwood, Wood

Pair of Louis XVI Style Blue Grey Painted Armchairs Covered in White Leather
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of French Louis XVI style painted armchairs from the 20th century, with white leather upholstery, carved motifs and fluted legs. Emanating elegance and timeless design, this p...
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20th Century French Louis XVI Armchairs

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Leather, Upholstery, Wood

21st Century Eglantine Armchair in Fabric with Gold Leaf Finishing
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
Seductive lines and precious details for the Eglantine collection. Its soft and welcoming shapes are embellished by a hand-carved profile with gold leaf finishing. The perfect furnit...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Louis XVI Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Pair of French Louis XVI Style Beechwood and Blue Silk Cabriolet Armchairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Hand-carved during the early- to mid-1900’s, this pair of French Louis XVI style armchairs has beautiful blue silk upholstery on the seats and back rests. The upholstery has a moiré ...
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20th Century French Louis XVI Armchairs

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Textile, Silk, Wood, Beech

Pair of 19th c French Fauteuil Newly Upholstered in Fortuny Fabric
Located in Norwalk, CT
Charming pair of 19th century fauteuil chairs with attractive distressed paint finish. Now reupholstered in printed Fortuny fabric in soft green and gold.
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19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Louis XVI Painted Bergère à la Reine, France, circa 1780
Located in Kinderhook, NY
French circa 1780 Louis XVI Bergère à la Reine having painted carved wood frame with allover bellflower motifs on arms, rails, and stiles; the rectangular back issuing sloping padded...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Louis XVI Armchairs

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Wood, Paint

Two French Louis XVI Style Painted Armchairs with Richly Carved Décor, Sold Each
Located in Atlanta, GA
Two French Louis XVI style painted wood armchairs from the 19th century with carved décor including twisted rope motifs, acanthus leaves, rosettes and petite beads. Enhance your livi...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Armchairs

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Upholstery, Wood

19th Century Pair of French Louis XVI Carved and Bleached Side Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Fabulous pair of 19th century French Louis XVI carved and bleached side chairs. Upholstered in creme and tan animal print and beautiful carvings as well. Makes an elegant statement!
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Armchairs

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Upholstery, Wood

Armchair in Antique Louis Seize Style Tapestry Fabric Gildet Beech
Located in Berlin, DE
Solid beechwood, set and gilded. Cambered and carved frame on fluted, pointed legs. Curly armrests. Straight supports with applied acanthus leaves. Rising armrests in oval back frame...
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20th Century German Louis XVI Armchairs

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Wood

Henredon French Regency Louis XVI Carved Cherry Wood Cane Back Armchair, 1960s
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Regency Louis XVI style armchair By Henredon USA, circa 1960s Sculpted cherry wood frame, with caned seat back, upholstered seat, gold gilt details, and br...
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1960s American Vintage Louis XVI Armchairs

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Brass

Pair of Carved Walnut Burgundy Velvet Louis XVI Fauteuil Armchairs, circa 1920
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
For customers that require professional insured delivery we are proud to have teamed up with a nationwide professional delivery company that will assist with coordinating your delive...
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1920s French Vintage Louis XVI Armchairs

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Walnut

Pair Antique French Louis XVI Walnut Armchairs, Bergeres
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair antique French Louis XVI walnut armchairs ~ Bergeres was created with timeless neoclassical style! The tailored framework is accented by...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Armchairs

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Walnut

Pair of French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Cabriolets Medaillon Back Armchairs
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A wonderful pair of medallion-backed Louis XVI style 'Fauteuil Cabriolet' armchairs, in white lacquered wood. Armrests are partially upholstered and reeded, and each chair is raised ...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Armchairs

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Upholstery, Wood

Pair 19th Century French Neoclassical Louis XVI Painted Armchairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique French Louis XVI Painted Armchair represents a style transition into the Directoire look, where a more tailored design created a cleaner appearance. The squared off, contoure...
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1890s French Antique Louis XVI Armchairs

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Mohair, Fruitwood, Paint

Pair 19th Century French Neoclassical Louis XVI Painted Armchairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair Antique French Louis XVI Painted Armchairs represent a style transition into the Directoire look, where a more tailored design created a cleaner appearance. The squared off, con...
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1890s French Antique Louis XVI Armchairs

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Mohair, Fruitwood, Paint

French Louis XVI Style Painted Bergère with Matching Ottoman, circa 1870
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Louis XVI style painted wood bergère chair with matching ottoman circa 1870 with carved twisted ribbon motifs and fluted legs. Immerse yourself in the elegance of 19th-century French design with this Louis XVI style bergère chair and matching ottoman, both circa 1870. Rendered in painted wood, these pieces demonstrate a refined aesthetic adorned with carved twisted ribbon motifs and fluted legs, typical of the period's renowned style. The bergère, characterized by its slanted back and slightly out-scrolling arms, offers a comfortable retreat. Its apron, skillfully carved on three sides with twisted ribbon motifs, exhibits an artistic precision that enhances its overall appeal. Rising on fluted legs in the front, the chair features carved rosettes on the knees, an intricate detail that adds a touch of classic charm. The slightly curving hind legs further enrich its design. The matching ottoman mirrors the chair's exquisite décor, showcasing the same fluted legs and carved rosettes. A perfect complement to the bergère, the ottoman adds a luxurious touch, providing a place to relax and unwind. Currently covered with burlap, both pieces are ready for new upholstery, offering a chance to customize them to your personal style. With their masterful craftsmanship and historic significance, this bergère chair and ottoman set...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Armchairs

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Burlap, Wood

Custom Upholstered Faux Paint Decorated Bergere
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Custom bergere with fixed back, loose pillow seat, faux paint decorated frame with a distressed finish, resting on cabriole legs. Covered in plaid fabric with slight nubby feel and t...
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20th Century Louis XVI Armchairs

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Fabric, Hardwood

Midcentury French Louis XVI Style Gilt Painted Striped Armchair
Located in Lambertville, NJ
French Louis XVI style cream and gilt painted wood armchair custom upholstered in a fabulous Geoffrey Beene inspired striped fabric by Schumacher. This round back chair features beau...
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Mid-20th Century Louis XVI Armchairs

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Upholstery, Wood, Paint

Louis XVI Dining Chairs, 20th Century
Located in PÉZENAS, FR
4 chairs and 2 Louis XVI style armchairs with green patina the seats have been reupholstered in a mattress fabric the pediments are finely sculpted with Louis XVI garlands, the bas...
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Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Armchairs

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Textile, Beech

19th C. French Louis XVI Neoclassical Style Walnut Bergere Club Lounge Armchair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique 19th century French Louis XVI Neoclassical Style Walnut Bergere Club Lounge armchair. Item features a wonderful antique joinery and construction, desirable patina, solid wood...
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19th Century Antique Louis XVI Armchairs

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Walnut

French Louis XVI Style 19th Century Painted Fauteuil with Abundant Carved Décor
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Louis XVI style painted wood armchair from the 19th century with carved décor including twisted rope motifs, acanthus leaves, rosettes and petite beads. Step into the era of...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Armchairs

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Upholstery, Wood

Original Pair of Louis XVI Armchairs, France, 1780
Located in Belmont, MA
This pair of original Louis XVI Armchairs dates back to 1780-1790 and comes from France. The elegant chairs have a hand carved beech wood frame. They stand on fluted legs and have be...
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1780s French Antique Louis XVI Armchairs

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Beech

Antique French Gilt and Carved 19th Century Cane Upholstered Bergere Armchair
Located in Atlanta, GA
An antique, mid to late 19th century French cane and upholstered carved and gilt armchair. The armchair features carved and gilt floral swags around the caned back, running coin orna...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Armchairs

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Upholstery, Cane, Wood, Giltwood

Pair of 19th Century French Louis XVI Style Oversized Bergere Marquise Armchairs
Located in Birmingham, AL
A fine pair of carved 19th century French Louis XVI style bergère marquise upholstered armchairs, often referred to as ‘The Queens’ chair, having waln...
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1880s French Antique Louis XVI Armchairs

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Fabric, Walnut

Pair 19th C. French Paint and Gilt Decorated Fauteuils
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Scrolled arm ends and ribbed curved supports ending in gilt rosettes on the skirt rails. Raised on tapering fluted cylindrical legs. Upholstered in fine pale tone petit point featuri...
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Late 19th Century Antique Louis XVI Armchairs

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Wood, Wool

Pair of Dennis and Leen Neoclassical Style Painted Armchairs
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Pair of Italian neoclassical style green painted armchairs, made by Dennis and Leen, circa early 21st century. The back side of the backs are upholstered in a very soft leather. The ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Louis XVI Armchairs

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Upholstery, Wood, Paint

Pair of Antique French Louis XVI Carved Wood & Leather Arm Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Antique French Louis XVI Carved Wood & Leather Arm Chairs Designer: Unknwon Country: France Manufacturer: Unknown Materials: Carved Wood, Leather Style: French Louis X...
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1920s French Vintage Louis XVI Armchairs

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Leather, Wood

18th Century Italian of the Period Louis XVI Pair of Armchairs in Walnut
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Lovely Italian antique armchairs, set of 2, 1750. These armchairs are of the period Louis XVI in solid walnut wood. The seat upholstered in fabric. Beautiful simple line. This beauti...
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1750s Italian Antique Louis XVI Armchairs

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Walnut

19th Century, French Louis XVI Style Wood Armchair
Located in IT
19th century, French Louis XVI style wood armchair This refined armchair was made in France, in Louis XVI style, in the early 19 century. Its wooden structure is carved with elem...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Armchairs

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Wood

Early 20th Century Italian Louis XVI Style Pair of Armchairs
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Lovely Italian antique armchairs, set of 2, 1930s. These armchairs are Louis XVI style in lacquered wood with fine gilt decorations. Upholstered in green imitation leather. This beau...
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1930s Italian Vintage Louis XVI Armchairs

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Walnut

French Big Armchair, Walnut Wood + Decorated Fabric Petit Point
Located in Firenze, FI
Big ancient 17th Century armchairs, completely hand carved in precious walnut wood, built with the spool method, Louis XIV style, with original "petit point" fabric, depicting figure...
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17th Century Italian Antique Louis XVI Armchairs

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Fabric, Walnut, Wood, Trimming

Pair Antique Armchairs Louis XVI Fauteuils in Walnut Dining Entrance Side Chairs
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Pair Antique Armchairs Louis XVI Fauteuils in Walnut Dining Entrance Side chairs. Two chairs out of a (Set of Six total) important 18th century ...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XVI Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood, Walnut

Stunning Pair of 19th Century French Neoclassical Armchairs
Located in Hopewell, NJ
These French Louis XVI chairs have an elegant silhouette and a carved wooden frame newly upholstered in a high quality British cotton/linen neutral fabric. The chairs have a square backrest and seat carved with classicizing details. The gold gilt painted chairs...
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1840s Antique Louis XVI Armchairs

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Upholstery, Wood

Pair of Louis XVI Beech Wood Armchair Frames
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Pair of Louis XVI beech wood armchairs, circa 1800. Seat cushion is 50% down and 50% feathers.
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Early 1800s European Antique Louis XVI Armchairs

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Upholstery, Beech, Down, Feathers

Early 19th Century French Louis XVI Walnut Bergère Armchair With Modern Fabric
Located in Chicago, IL
This early 19th Century French Louis XVI walnut bergère armchair is versatile, classic, and comfortable. It was a chair designed in ...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Armchairs

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Walnut

Chic Pair of Painted Louis VI Style Fauteuil
Located in New York, NY
Louis VI style pair of painted arm chairs newly upholstered in pearl color boucle fabric.
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Early 2000s North American Louis XVI Armchairs

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Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Paint

Pair of Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Style Hand Carved Walnut Armchairs
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This pair of late nineteenth century Louis XVI style hand carved walnut armchairs features a central knotted ribbon at the top of the seat back and acanthus leaf finials. The chairs ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Armchairs

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Upholstery, Walnut

Louis XVI Style Walnut Caned Needlepoint Lounge Chairs
Located in Tarry Town, NY
fine quality and beautifully hand carved and hand woven with wood frame floral decoration set of four armchair / bergere. Each armchair features a wood frame decorated with hand carv...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Armchairs

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Fabric, Cane, Wood, Walnut

18th Century French Set of Four Louis XVI Beechwood Medallion Dining Armchairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A late 18th Century, antique French set of four Medallion dining room armchairs made of hand crafted polished, lacquered Beechwood in good condition. The Parisian polished cocktail c...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Louis XVI Armchairs

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Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet, Beech

Louis Xvi armchairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Louis XVI armchairs 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 armchairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Louis XVI armchairs 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 armchairs, popular names associated with this style include Jumbo Collection, La Maison London, Minton-Spidell, and Philippe Starck. 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 armchairs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $1,800 and tops out at $50,136 while the average work can sell for $6,473.

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