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Louis XIV Doors and Gates

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
18th Century French Louis XIV Communication Doors Circa 1790
Located in Atlanta, GA
This rare and impressive 18th-century Louis XIV communication door embodies the elegance and opulence of French craftsmanship from the period. Made from rich, finely grained wood, th...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Doors and Gates

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Walnut

18th Century French Louis XIV Communication Doors Circa 1790
18th Century French Louis XIV Communication Doors Circa 1790

18th Century French Louis XIV Communication Doors Circa 1790

Pair of 18th Century French Communication Doors
Located in Atlanta, GA
This pair of 18th-century French communication doors showcases elegant craftsmanship and a rich historical appeal. The doors feature a traditional paneled design, with the upper and ...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Doors and Gates

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Walnut

Pair of 18th Century French Communication Doors
Pair of 18th Century French Communication Doors

Pair of 18th Century French Communication Doors

Pair of 18th Century French Communication Doors
Located in Atlanta, GA
This pair of 18th-century French communication doors displays an elegant blend of craftsmanship and rustic charm. Constructed from solid wood, likely walnut, they feature beautifully...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Doors and Gates

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Walnut

Pair of 18th Century French Communication Doors
Pair of 18th Century French Communication Doors

Pair of 18th Century French Communication Doors

Crémone Bolt French Window or Door Hardware
Located in Sheffield, MA
Hard to find, antique Crémone or "Crémone Bolt" is a type of decorative hardware used as a locking device to fasten doors, a pair of swinging windows or c...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Doors and Gates

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Brass

Crémone Bolt French Window or Door Hardware
Crémone Bolt French Window or Door Hardware

Crémone Bolt French Window or Door Hardware

Exceptional 18th Century Carved Giltwood Door
Located in New Orleans, LA
Period Louis XIV carved giltwood bow front door. The door is mounted on a piece of wood to preserve its original condition.
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Early 18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Doors and Gates

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Giltwood

Exceptional 18th Century Carved Giltwood Door
Exceptional 18th Century Carved Giltwood Door

Exceptional 18th Century Carved Giltwood Door

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Louis Xiv doors and gates for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Louis XIV doors and gates for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 19th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage doors and gates created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include building and garden elements and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Louis XIV doors and gates made in a specific country, there are Europe, and France pieces for sale on 1stDibs. 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 doors and gates differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $1,600 and tops out at $17,800 while the average work can sell for $9,718.

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