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Louis XIV Furniture

LOUIS XIV STYLE

As opposed to the styles that would follow from the other 18th-century French kings, Louis XV and Louis XVI, antique Louis XIV furniture is rigid and imposing. It expresses opulence — even its armchairs, with their upright backs, straight legs and lavish ornamentation, look like thrones. Authentic Louis XIV sofas, a then newly emerging iteration of seating, are fully upholstered and often feature decoratively carved frames of walnut, chestnut or oak.

When French King Louis XIV established his royal court at Versailles in 1682, he transformed what was once a hunting lodge into a palace that declared his wealth and power through its design. Until his death in 1715, he reigned with a spirit of excess and absolute political dominance. The “Sun King,” as he called himself, believed that France revolved around him as planets do the sun. Louis XIV adopted the sun as his emblem, decorating the grounds with symbols of the sun and Apollo, the Greek god of the sun. As he stated, “There is nothing that indicates more clearly the magnificence of great princes than their superb palaces and their precious furniture.” He was a child when he became king in 1643, only shaping his style after he became absolute monarch in 1661.

Reflecting trends in French Baroque art, Louis XIV furniture characteristics included exuberant decoration. There were gilded bronze details including shells, suns, grotesques, lions and classical references like acanthus leaves. The years of growth in the country’s manufacturing, such as the tapestries and cabinets made at Gobelins, led to design innovations. The commode replaced the chest as a storage device, with drawers and a surface that could double as a desk.

The materials were luxurious, such as the popular tortoiseshell veneer technique that leading cabinetmaker Pierre Golle used in his designs. André-Charles Boulle, who became royal cabinetmaker in 1672, was a masterful artist of marquetry, using inlays of ebony, exotic woods and mother-of-pearl.

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Style: Louis XIV
Mid-20th Century French Louis XIV Style Artisan-Made Oak Enfilade, Sideboard
Located in Fayetteville, AR
From the region of Normandy, France, this artisan made Louis XIV style oak enfilade or sideboard from the mid twentieth century features hand pegged paneled sides and doors, and a be...
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Mid-20th Century French Louis XIV Furniture

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Iron

Early 19th Century French Louis XIV Style Walnut Armoirette or Wardrobe
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This small scale early nineteenth century French walnut armoirette or wardrobe features hand pegged paneled sides and doors. The piece is crowned with a multi-beveled cornice. Its tw...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Iron

18th Century Italian Majolica Vase Albarello
Located in Roma, IT
Antique Savona Ceramic Albarello, 18th Century Beautiful polychrome painted majolica tree, cylindrical body with rounded shoulders from which rises a sma...
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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Majolica

18th Century Belgian Brown Marble Fireplace From The City Of Ghent
Located in Beervelde, BE
This 18th-century fireplace surround from Ghent, Belgium, is a striking example of Louis XIV style craftsmanship. Made from brown antique Belgian marble, the surround exudes both war...
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Early 18th Century Belgian Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Marble

Louis XIV Style French Fauteuils, or Armchairs, a Pair
Located in Winter Park, FL
A pair of Louis XIV style fauteuils, or armchairs, made of walnut with carved details, sturdy construction and comfortable seating. Old flame stitch pattern upholstery with brass nai...
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Mid-20th Century French Louis XIV Furniture

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Brass

Italian Louis XIV Style Pair of Nightstands or Bedside Tables
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
We present this beautiful pair of Louis XIV style bedside tables made in Italy in the second half of the 20th century. Made of walnut veneer with briar and maple decorations that cre...
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20th Century Italian Louis XIV Furniture

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Walnut

Antique 18th Century French Louis XIV Lyonaise Walnut Armoire Bonnetiere 1710
Located in Portland, OR
A fine & rare early 18th century antique French Louis XIV period walnut armoire bonnetiere, Lyon, circa 1710. Rare & difficult to find solid walnut Louis XIV period chateau bonnetier...
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1710s French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Walnut

Mid-Century French Carved Sunburst Mirror with Gilt Finish
Located in Dallas, TX
Add a radiant focal point to your interior with this large, eye-catching sunburst mirror. Hand-carved in France circa 1970, the bold circular frame features dynamic rays emanating ou...
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Mid-20th Century French Louis XIV Furniture

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Mirror, Giltwood

Late 19th Century French Louis XIV Style Hand Carved Walnut Armchair
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This late nineteenth century hand carved French walnut Louis XIV style armchair features hand carved armrests with scrolling acanthus leaves. The seat rests on spooled legs joined by...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Upholstery, Velvet, Walnut

Louis XIV Style 'Religious Theme' Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
20th Century Louis XIV Style German fireback depicting a religious theme. The fireback is made of cast iron and has a black patina. The fireback is in good condition and does not hav...
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20th Century German Louis XIV Furniture

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Iron

1900s Belgian Louis XIV Carved Armchair with Tapestry Upholstery
Located in High Point, NC
This 1900s Belgian Louis XIV style carved armchair embodies elegance and artistry with its richly detailed walnut frame and exquisite tapestry upholstery. The chair showcases bold sc...
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Early 20th Century Belgian Louis XIV Furniture

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Tapestry, Wood

Pair of Louis XIV Style Leather Upholstered Walnut armchairs
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Pair of Louis XIV style leather upholstered walnut armchairs, circa 1950's. With a cupid's bow crest rail, upholstered leather backs and seats with brass nail heads, down swept arms,...
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1950s Unknown Vintage Louis XIV Furniture

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Brass

17th Century Italian Solid Walnut Antique Cupboard or Cabinet
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
We present this fantastic 17th-century Italian antique sideboard. A majestic sideboard with a timeless, antique charm! Made of solid walnut, it features simple lines and small doors...
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17th Century Italian Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Walnut

French Louis XIV Period 'Arms of France' Fireback / Backsplash, 17th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
17th century French Louis XIV Period fireback with the Arms of France. A coat of arms of the House of Bourbon, an originally French royal house that became a major dynasty in Europe....
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17th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Iron

Mid-20th Century French Louis XIV Style Artisan-Made Oak Diamond Point Cabinet
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This mid twentieth century French Louis XIV style hand carved oak cabinet features a beveled top and solid paneled sides. A diamond point panel...
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Mid-20th Century French Louis XIV Furniture

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Iron

Antique French Marble Top Console Table
Located in London, GB
An absolutely stunning and very impressive antique French marble top console table, dating from around the 1930’s. This is of superb quality, it is a great size and has lots of beau...
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1930s French Vintage Louis XIV Furniture

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Marble, Ormolu

Pair of 19th C. French Regence Style Armchairs with Verdure Tapestry Upholstery
Located in Dallas, TX
More information coming soon… Hand-carved in the Regence style, this pair of French armchairs from the 1800s have beautiful verdure tapestry upholsteries. The textiles depict a for...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Metal, Brass

French Louis XIV Style Carved and Custom Painted Console Table
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a show stopper! This is a 20th century French style heavily carved mahogany console table with an amazing custom painted finish in a distressed French gray and ivory. It is u...
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Late 20th Century European Louis XIV Furniture

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Mahogany, Paint

Antique French Louis XIV Overstuffed Carved Walnut Armchair 19thC
Located in Big Flats, NY
***Reduced In-House Delivery Rates - Click on “Ask Seller” to Request a Quote*** Antique French Louis XIV Overstuffed Carved Walnut Armchair with Floral Upholstery 19thC. Measures...
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19th Century Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Upholstery, Walnut

17th Century Italian Louis XIV Pair of Antique Corner Cupboards RESTORED
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
These exquisite Italian corner sideboards from the Louis XIV period, dating back to the second half of the 17th century, bring a unique historical ch...
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17th Century Italian Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Walnut

Late 18th Century French Louis XIV Style Hand Carved Walnut Commode or Chest
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This late-eighteenth century Louis XIV style hand carved walnut commode or chest of drawers was found in the region of Normandy, France. This piece features three drawers of dovetail...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Bronze

Louis XIV Style Franklin Mint Gilt Mirror By Vincenzo Fancelli
Located in Germantown, MD
A Louis XIV Style Franklin Mint Gilt Mirror By Vincenzo Fancelli. Measures 21" in width, 2" in depth and 37" in height.
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20th Century American Louis XIV Furniture

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Composition

Antique Louis XIV Style Walnut Writing Table
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Antique Louis XIV style walnut writing table, circa 1910. With a 3 board top with thumb molded front, side and back edges, a large frieze drawer with brass drawer pull, 4 barley twis...
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1910s European Vintage Louis XIV Furniture

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Brass

Pair of Louis XIII Revival Open Armchairs French, Late 19th Century to Recover
Located in Labrit, Landes
Pair of French fauteuils, open armchairs side or desk chairs Louis XIII revival, To be recovered. circa 1880. Good condition. Frames sound and solid. Shipping: L146 P 68 H 12...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Fabric, Upholstery, Walnut

Antique French Carved Oak Center Side Table Hexagon Two-Tier Shelf c1890
Located in Shreveport, LA
19th century French carved oak center side table hexagon two-tier with lower shelf. ~Heavily carved antique French oak center table~ ~Striking hexagon shaped upper and lower tier, e...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Oak

18th Century French Farmhouse Interior Stone Fireplace Mantel
Located in Beervelde, BE
Original French sandstone fireplace surround. Timeless texture of the surface. The Fronton has been professionally repaired. Rest is perfect imperfection restoration and artempo cond...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Limestone, Sandstone

Louis XVI Style Gilt Console Table with Antique Chinese Coromandel Top
Located in New York, NY
A Louisiana XVI style console table, age unknown, but vintage, with an antique Chinese Coromandel panel and set in the top. The table is gilded, with fluted and tapered legs and int...
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Mid-20th Century European Louis XIV Furniture

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Giltwood, Lacquer

18th C. Louis XIV Provincial Walnut Canapé à l’Oreille, Upholstered by A. Pinto
Located in Morristown, NJ
A rare example of an 18th Century French Louis XIV Provincial Walnut Canapé à l’Oreille, upholstered by Alberto Pinto. A finely proportioned Louis XIV Provincial walnut canapé à l’o...
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1760s French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Metal

Set of Six Dining Chairs, Made in Italy Circa 1800's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 6 dining chairs designed and manufactured in Tuscany Italy in the early part of the 1800's. The chairs are made out of solid beechwood, hand-carved and gilded. The upholster...
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18th Century Italian Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Fabric, Beech

Early 20th Century French Louis XIV Style Twelve Branch Ormolu Chandelier
Located in Germantown, MD
Early 20th Century French Louis XIV Style Twelve Branch Heavy cast Brass and Ormolu Chandelier. Great vintage condition. This heavy cast brass Jewel will not rust. Measures 28" in d...
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Early 20th Century American Louis XIV Furniture

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Brass, Ormolu

19thc Set of 6 French Louis XIV Carved Oak Tall Back Dining Chairs
Located in Opa Locka, FL
19thc Set of 6 French Louis XIV style Carved Oak Tall Back Dining Chairs. Upholstery looks good to me [I do recommend reupholstery on all of my Vintage/ Antique Seating. Frames are s...
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1890s French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Wood

Late 17th Century Oak Paneled Room 3 Walls 2 Doors
Located in Huntington, NY
Late 17th century oak paneled room 3 walls, 2 doors. Exceptional faded oak color and patina. Would make a great office or dressing room. We c...
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17th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Wood

French 19th Century Louis XIV style Dining Room Chairs
Located in Stockbridge, GA
Those 19th century French dining room chairs are covered with a wonderful big needle point with beautiful patterns and colors. The back is covered of a green velvet.
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Tapestry, Walnut

Early 20th Century Spanish Louis XIV Style Antique Brass Chandelier
Located in Germantown, MD
Early 20th Century Spanish Louis XIV Style Antique Brass and Crystal Chandelier Great vintage condition. Measures 20" in diameter...
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Early 20th Century Spanish Louis XIV Furniture

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Crystal, Brass, Ormolu

19th Century French Dark Stain Beechwood Throne Chair
Located in Casteren, NL
This late 19th century tall back French throne chair is made in solid beechwood. It has the original upholstery. The armrests have acanthus leave ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Beech

Set of 6 Louis XIV Style Oak Dining Room Chairs
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Set of 6 Louis XIV style oak dining room chairs, circa 1900. With a cupids bow crest rail, upholstered seats, turned front legs and stretcher bars. Upholstery with brass nail trim. C...
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Early 1900s European Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Brass

French Louis XIV Messenger Box - Leather Wrapped Wood - France - 17th 18th
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Magnificent Louis XIV period messenger box, late 17th early 18th century. This pretty box is made of leather-covered wood decorated with copper nails on the front and top of the box....
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17th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Leather, Wood

Boulle ta Table Clock in Wood and Brass from the Second Half of the 20th Century
Located in Milano, MI
Boulle Table Clock, with red background and brass inlays, brass dial with white enamel cartouches and black Roman numerals, crowned with rocailles and pendulum movement. Ø 31.5 cm ...
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1950s French Vintage Louis XIV Furniture

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Brass

Wonderful French Gilt Iron Louis XVI Hexagon Glass Lantern Pendent Chandelier
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Large French Gold Gilt Iron Louis XVI / Maison Bagues Style Octagon Shaped With Inset Glass Panel Lantern Pendent Having 3 Internal Candelabra Lights, This Chandelier Com...
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20th Century French Louis XIV Furniture

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Iron, Gold Leaf

Latin Manuscript “Tractatus moralis de actibus humanis” – Theology Circa 1700
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Important Latin manuscript in quarto format on moral theology, titled “Tractatus moralis de actibus humanis” – A Moral Treatise on Human Acts. Written in brown ink on laid paper, pro...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Paper, Parchment Paper

18th Century French Giltwood Frame
Located in Roma, IT
Important, beautiful gilded and carved wooden frame with typical 18th century French motifs Excellent condition Internal dimensions cm 20.8 x 26.8 This artwork, never before on the...
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Mid-18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Wood

Rare French Brass Repousse Three-Dimensional Cushion Mirror Circa 1920
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This Rare French Brass Repousse Three-Dimensional Cushion Mirror, dating back to circa 1920, is an exceptional example of French craftsmanship and elegance from the early 20th centur...
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1920s French Vintage Louis XIV Furniture

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Brass

Grand 19th Century Louis XIV Liegeoise Triple Armoire
Located in Dallas, TX
Grand 19th Century Louis XIV Liegeoise Triple Armoire is an amazing work of the cabinetmaker's art! Hand-crafted and sculpted from solid old-growth oak, the masters of Liege created...
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Late 19th Century Belgian Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Oak

Pair of Monumental French 19th Century Louis XIV Style Bookcases ~ Bibliotheques
Located in Dallas, TX
PAIR Monumental French Louis XIV Bookcases ~ Bibliotheques will add a majestic element to any grand room! Soaring over ten feet in height, each features a relatively narrow form con...
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1870s French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Oak

18th C. French Louis XIV Bleached Walnut Console Table with Breccia Marble Top
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant antique salon table was crafted in France circa 1780 in the grand Louis XIV style. The rectangular surface is fitted with a luxurious Brèche d’Ardèche marble top, admire...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Breccia Marble

Antique French Louis XIV Carved Wood Mirror
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique French Louis XIV Carved Wood Mirror is a superlative example of the wood sculptor's art! Using both classical and baroque inspirations for his work, the artist meticulously ...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XIV Furniture

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Mirror, Oak

Os de Mouton Louis XIV Walnut Bench with French Linen Upholstery
Located in Barcelona, ES
French Louis XIV Style Os de Mouton Bench Ottoman Stool with French Vintage Linen Upholstery A large backless Louis XIV style bench or stool ...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XIV Furniture

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Fabric, Wood, Linen, Walnut

17th Century, French 'Arms of France' Fireback / Backsplash, Louis XIV Period
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
17th century, French fireback with the arms of France. The crown symbolizes royalty and the palm leaf stands for victory. Louis XIV Period. The patina of the fireback is black / pew...
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17th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Iron

Italian Louis XIV Period Brocatelle D'Espagne marble coffee table
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stately and most impressive Italian 18th/19th century Louis XIV Period Brocatelle D'Espagne marble coffee table. This stunning coffee table is raised by four Louis XIV st. 18th cen...
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18th Century Italian Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Marble

Antique Large French Giltwood Wall Mirror 18th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a large impressive antique French Louis XIV carved giltwood and gesso wall mirror, Circa 1760 in date. The frame is surmounted with an elaborate carved and pierced giltwood ...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Giltwood, Gesso

Grand 18th Century Country French Louis XIV Armoire
Located in Dallas, TX
Grand 18th Century Country French Louis XIV Armoire was created for a spacious manoir, and is the perfect choice for large scale rooms and/or those who need extra storage in spades! ...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Steel

Pair of Louis XIV Night Tables with Marquetry and Bronze Mounts on all sides
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous and beautiful pair of Louis XIV style night tables in Satinwood with Marquetry and inlay & bronze mounts. Two drawers upfront and a little writing desk that slides out. Has ...
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1930s French Vintage Louis XIV Furniture

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Brass, Bronze

Louis XV style fireplaces in pink marble, circa 1980
Located in Honnelles, WHT
Louis XV style fireplaces in pink marble, circa 1980 inside dimensions: 76 x 101 cm
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Early 19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Marble

Six French Louis XIV Style Mahogany & Cane Dining Chairs 20th C
Located in Big Flats, NY
A set of six dining chairs offer mahogany construction and having shaped backs with upholstered seats raised on cabriole legs; set includes four side chairs with caned backs and two ...
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20th Century French Louis XIV Furniture

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Upholstery, Cane, Mahogany

Large 18th Century Tax Collector's Chest
Located in Charmes, FR
Tax collector's chest, in wrought iron and iron plates on a wooden core, 18th century, in good condition, does not have its key, was exhibited for a time at the Bruyère museum (Vosge...
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Early 18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Iron

Monumental Louis XIV Style Gilt-Bronze Mounted Boulle Marquetry Casket Box
Located in Queens, NY
A Monumental Louis XIV style French gilt-bronze mounted wood boulle marquetry casket box, circa 1895 Known in French as a carré de toilette, this casket has canted corners with lavi...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Brass, Bronze

Set of Eight Os de Mouton Dining Chairs Modern Redux
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Stunning set of eight French dining chairs featuring a modern redux upholstery with a whimsical abstract expressionist figural artwork design. The chairs ...
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20th Century French Louis XIV Furniture

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Brass

Antique French Louis XIV Painted Dining Table
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique French Louis XIV Painted Dining Table combines both elegance and casual flair into one versatile piece. The solid plank top is very straightforward and quite substantial, an...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XIV Furniture

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Hardwood, Paint

Pair of Italian Giltwood & Linen Arm Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Luxurious, pair of early 20th century Italian carved giltwood armchairs in the Louis XIV style. These exquisitely carved chairs have been newly upholstered in a linen fabric which is soft to the touch and rich in texture. Antiqued brass nailhead trim...
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20th Century Italian Louis XIV Furniture

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Fabric, Giltwood

1950s French Carved Oak Chair in Brunschwig & Fils Chinoiserie Leopard Fabric
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a carved French side chair that was upholstered in a 1970s Brunschwig & Fils leopard chinoiserie. It is in very good vintage condition.
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Mid-20th Century French Louis XIV Furniture

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Upholstery, Oak

Louis Xiv furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Louis XIV furniture 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 furniture created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include building and garden elements, case pieces and storage cabinets, seating and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Louis XIV furniture made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Italy pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original furniture, popular names associated with this style include La Maison London, Towle Silversmiths, Coduri of Lyon, France, and OMBRES ET FACETTES. 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 furniture differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $65 and tops out at $1,176,864 while the average work can sell for $4,995.

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