Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
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
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 Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
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 Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
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 Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Limestone, Sandstone
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 Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood
$33,600 Sale Price / set
20% Off
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 Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
$6,608 / item
Antique Mantel
Located in Made, NL
Antique Paonazzo Marble Chimneypiece for Sale
There is something undeniably captivating about an original antique fireplace mantel, especially one crafted from a rare and beautif...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
$20,592
19th Century Parisian Style Fireplace Surround In Brocatelle Marble Luxus Design
Located in Beervelde, BE
This authentic French Louis XIV style fireplace surround, dating from the 19th century period, is a stunning example of architectural grandeur and timeless French refinement.
Carved ...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
19th Century Classic French Marble Antique Fireplace Surround
Located in Beervelde, BE
Fine Rouge Languedoc vintage fireplace surround in Louis XIV style from the 19th century. This original French mantle was installed in Brussels Notary office. A classic mantle piece ...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
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Marble
Louis XIV fireplace in Portor marble, circa 1880
Located in Honnelles, WHT
Louis XIV fireplace in Portor marble, circa 1880
Dimensions of the fireplace: 88 x 109cm
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Early 19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
$9,440 / item
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 Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Antique French Country Fireplace Surround – Louis XIV Period (18th Century)
Located in Beervelde, BE
Antique French Country Fireplace Surround – Louis XIV Period (18th Century)
This authentic French country fireplace surround originates from the Louis XIV period, dating back to the ...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Limestone
18th Century Hand Carved Stone Garden Columns Architectural Elements Decorative
Located in West Hollywood, CA
18th Century Hand Carved Stone Garden Column Architectural Elements Decorative . Nicely hand carved late 18th century single stone columns sitting on Square Base pedestal shape at th...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stone
$9,120 Sale Price / item
20% Off
19th Century Belgian Brown Marble Fireplace Surround
Located in Beervelde, BE
Belgian vintage fireplace surround in a brown marble in Louis XIV style of the 19th century. Timeless design for unique home experience.
Measures:
136 cm exterior width 53.54 inch
11...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
Antique French Limestone Fireplace or Mantelpiece with Overmantel or Trumeau
Located in Casteren, NL
A very handsome and rare antique fireplace that was made in France, circa 1720.
It is completely made in hand carved limestone. The addition of the authentic overmantel makes this p...
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Early 18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Limestone
18th Century French Country Hard Limestone Antique Fireplace Surround
Located in Beervelde, BE
French country hard limestone fireplace mantel which is specially commissioned for a vigneron, a person who cultivates grapes for wine making. The hardness of the stone reflects the ...
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Early 18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stone
Antique French Louis XIV Style Andirons, Firedogs, 19th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Decorative brass andirons with decorative bar, Louis XIV Style.
We have a unique and specialized collection of antique and used fireplace accessories consisting of more than 1000 li...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass, Wrought Iron
20th Century Louis XIV Style 'Arms of France' Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
20th-century Louis XIV Style Fireback / Backsplash with the Arms of France. With the sun representing Louis XIV, the Sun King.
The fireback is made of cast iron and has a brown pati...
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20th Century French Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
A French Louis XIV Style Antique Statuary White Marble Fireplace Mantel
Located in London, GB
An incredibly well carved Baroque chimney piece executed in Italian Statuary white marble, in the Louis XIV manner circa 1850. The Jambs with left and right facing scrolled console l...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Statuary Marble
18th Century Period French Castle Fireplace Mantel In Sandstone Louis XIV Style
Located in Beervelde, BE
Beautiful 18th century period ornate French fireplace.
The mantel is decorated with an unusual intricate, wavy pattern along its top edge for a charming and elegant setup, perfect fo...
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Early 18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stone, Limestone, Sandstone
20th Century Louis XIV Style 'Arms of France' Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Beautiful 20th century Louis XIV Style fireback with the arms of France. This is the coat of arms of the House of Bourbon, an originally French royal house that became a major dynast...
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20th Century French Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
French Arms of France Fireback / Backsplash, 20th Century, Louis XIV Style.
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
18th century style French Louis XIV fireback with the arms of France. Coat of arms of the House of Bourbon, an originally French royal house that became a major dynasty in Europe. It...
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20th Century French Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
French Louis XIV 'Arms of France' Fireback / Backsplash, 17th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Coat of arms of the house of Bourbon, an originally French royal house that became a major dynasty in Europe. It delivered kings for Spain (Navarra), France, both Sicilies and Parma....
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17th Century French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Large 17th Century French Fireplace Pot Hook, Louis XIV Period
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
17th century French Louis XIV Period pot hook made of wrought iron.
The trammel was used for cooking to hang the pots above the fire.
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17th Century French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
20th Century 'Arms of Loraine' Fireback / Backsplash, Louis XIV Style
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
20th Century 'Arms of Loraine' Fireback / Backsplash, Louis XIV Style from France. This piece is a 20th Century product, crafted in the Louis XIV Style, showcasing the arms of Leopol...
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20th Century French Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Pair 19th Century French Wrought Iron Garden Lanterns
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair 19th Century French Wrought Iron Garden Lanterns are a testament to the extraordinary talents of a master blacksmith! Intended for either the grounds around a church or a garde...
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Mid-19th Century Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
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 Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Walnut
Authentic French Rouge Griotte Marble Fireplace Surround
Located in Beervelde, BE
A beautiful French Louis XIV period, 18th century, original mantle piece in Rouge Griotte marble.
The marble was used in lots of historical landmarks in...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
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Griotte Marble
Classic French Antique Fireplace Surround in Royal Breche D'aleppo Marble
Located in Beervelde, BE
Exclusive antique fireplace surround in the richly colored Royal Breche D’ Aleppo marble. This mantel is in perfect condition. You feel the hand of the maker when you run your finger...
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Early 19th Century Belgian Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
Beautiful 17th Century French Fireplace Trammel or Hanger
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Beautifully decorated 17th century French Louis XIV fireplace trammel made of wrought iron.
The trammel was used for cooking to regulate the dist...
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17th Century French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
19th Century French Limestone Wall Fountain
Located in Beervelde, BE
One of a kind French wall fountain in limestone. Typical LXIV style of the 19th century.
Amazing and grand fountain for a bespoke luxury lifestyle design.
The head stone measures:
7...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Limestone
Louis XIV Style White and Veined White Cultured Cast-Marble Fireplace Mantel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Louis XIV style veined white cultured cast-marble fireplace mantel. The ornately detailed mantel centered with a seashell flaked by flowers and leaves, circa late 20th century.
Measures:
Shelf width 67 3/8 inches (171.2 cm)
Shelf depth 12 1/2 inches (31.8 cm)
Body width 66 inches (167.6 cm)
Overall height 44 inches (111.8 cm)
Opening width 50 1/2 inches (128.3 cm)
Opening height 34 inches (86.4 cm)
Projection 5 inches (12.7 cm)
Cultured marble...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
$8,450 Sale Price
32% Off
Pair of 17th Century Style French Versailles Planter Boxes
By André Le Nôtre 1
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This handmade Versailles planter is made in the same manner as the French planters from the 17th century still today these planters are being used t...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Aluminum
17th Century Antique Dutch Polished Brass Firewood Basket
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
17th century Dutch log basket. The firewood basket is made of polished brass and copper.
The log holder is in a good condition and is fully functional.
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17th Century Dutch Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass, Copper
17th - 18th Century French Louis XIV 'Arms of France' Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Beautiful 17th - 18th century French Louis XIV fireback with the arms of France. This is the coat of arms of the House of Bourbon, an originally French royal house that became a majo...
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Early 18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Sturdy Antique French Fireplace Mantel
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
This beautifully understated limestone fireplace from France effortlessly blends rustic charm with refined craftsmanship. Likely originating from the 18th century, it is carved from ...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stone, Limestone
Louis XVI style fireplace in pink marble, circa 1920
Located in Honnelles, WHT
Louis XVI style fireplace in pink marble, circa 1920
fireplace dimensions: 92,5 x 100 cm
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Early 19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
$6,608 / item
Rare French Louis XIV Period Dripping Pan, Early 18th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Early 18th century French Louis XIV Period dripping pan. Beautifully crafted of copper and wrought iron. It is in good condition and it is fully functional.
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Early 18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Copper, Wrought Iron
Antique French Louis XIV Period Fireplace Grate, 17th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
French 17th century fireplace basket or fire grate from the Louis XIV period. The fireplace grate is hand forged of wrought iron. The condition is good.
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17th Century French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Reclaimed French Light Stone Fireplace In Timeless Louis XIV Style
Located in Beervelde, BE
Elevate your interior with this authentic Louis XIV style fireplace surround crafted from off-white French limestone. The fireplace retains its original textured surface, adding character and timeless elegance to any space. With its graceful curves and refined proportions, this antique chimney...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Limestone
French 'Arms of Lorraine' Fireback, Louis XIV Period
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
French 'Arms of Lorraine' Fireback, Louis XIV Period, 18th Century Period, Black.
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18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
17th Century Classic Antique Fireplace Mantel in Burgundy Hard Stone
Located in Beervelde, BE
The proportions of this antique fireplace surround in French marble stone are very small and perfect for a smaller room or firebox. The depth of the carving is quite unique.
Measu...
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17th Century French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
Louis XIV Style 'Seul Contre Tous' Fireback / Backsplash, 20th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
French Louis XIV style fireback with the arms of France and the inscription 'Seul contre Tous or 'All against One'. It symbolizes the French battle against the European coalition at ...
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20th Century French Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Antique Dutch 'Parrot' Fireback / Backsplash, 17th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
17th century Dutch Louis XIV Period 'Parrot' Fireback / Backsplash made of cast iron with a black color. The fireback is in good condition and does not have cracks.
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17th Century Dutch Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
17th Century Dutch Louis XIV 'Cupids' Fireback
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
17th Century Dutch Louis XIV Period fireback with two cupids on a lion.
The fireback is made of cast iron and has a black/pewter patina. The condition is good, no cracks.
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17th Century Dutch Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Antique Dutch Louis XIV Fireplace Mantel
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
Antique Dutch Louis XIV Fireplace Mantel.
Monumental 18th Century Dutch fireplace in beautiful deep colored Belgian bluestone.
The perfect shimmer and color really make this stand o...
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Early 18th Century Dutch Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stone, Marble
20th Century Louis XIV Style 'Arms of France' Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
This 20th-century piece is styled in the Louis XIV manner, showcasing the arms of France. The design features the sun, symbolizing Louis XIV, the sun king.
Constructed from cast ir...
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20th Century French Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Dutch Louis XIV Period Fireback / Backsplash Depicting an 'Allegory of Peace'
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
17th century Dutch Louis XIV Period fireback / backsplash depicting an allegory of peace. The two angels are holding a laurel wreath, symbol for victory, in their hands.
The firebac...
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17th Century Dutch Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
17th Century French Louis XIV 'Arms of France and Navarre' Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Beautiful 17th-century French Louis XIV Period fireback with the arms of France and Navarre.
Arms of the House of Bourbon from France, one of the major royal dynasties of Europe th...
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17th Century French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Decorated 17th Century French Louis XIV Period Gridiron
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
19th Century hand forged French gridiron, made of wrought iron. It is used to grill small pieces of meat quickly over the fire. Sometimes they are put in the fire or else on a trivet...
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17th Century French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Rustic French Antique Reclaimed Extra Small Fireplace Surround In Limestone
Located in Beervelde, BE
Extra small Louis XIV period fireplace surround in limestone. This reclaimed fireplace mantle with elegant jambs is unique its kind. It has some small artempo restorations and is rea...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Limestone
19th Century Timeless French Burgundy Antique Fireplace Surround
Located in Beervelde, BE
This is a Louis XIV style fireplace mantel (fireplace) with original oxidation and patina. It was installed in a small room in Dijon. The Burgundy colorful marble stone has been used...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stone
French Louis XIV Period 'Coat of Arms' Fireback / Backsplash, 17th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
French Louis XIV Period fireback with an unknown coat of arms, 17th Century.
The fireback is made of cast iron and has a natural brown patina. Upon request, it can be made black / p...
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17th Century French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
French Louis XIV Style 'Arms of France' Fireback / Backsplash, 20th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
20th century French Louis XIV style 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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20th Century French Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
French Louis XIV Style 'Coat of Arms' Fireback / Backsplash, 20th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
20th century French Louis XIV style fireback with a coat of arms.
The fireback is made of cast iron and has a natural brown patina. Upon request it can be made black / pewter colore...
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20th Century French Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Gothic Rest for Fireplace Tools, 17th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Unique hand forged rest to place fireplace tools near the fireplace.
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17th Century French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
18th Century French Country Limestone Antique Fireplace Mantel
Located in Beervelde, BE
This is a wide, large, limestone antique French fireplace surround. The floral details of the carving is quite easy on the eye. The ...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Limestone
Antique Dutch Game Rack, 17th Century, Louis XIV Period
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
17th century Dutch Louis XIV Period game rack used for hanging game and birds. Can nowadays also be used for hanging various other items such as pots and pans. The crown is made of w...
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17th Century Dutch Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
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 Building and Garden Elements
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Giltwood
17th-18th Century French Fireplace Crane
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
17th-18th century French fireplace crane made of wrought iron with 2 fixtures. The crane is still functional. It is used for cooking in the fireplace.
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Early 18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
$1,032 / set
Wrought Iron Castle Lantern with Scroll Decoration
Located in Marseille, FR
Wrought iron lantern decorated with scrolls and acanthus leaves. Made in the purest tradition of forge masters of the 19th century without welding or screws. These lanterns have been...
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1990s Russian Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
$2,360 / item
Louis Xiv building and garden elements for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Louis XIV building and garden elements 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 building and garden elements created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include building and garden elements, decorative objects, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, iron and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Louis XIV building and garden elements made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Netherlands pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original building and garden elements, popular names associated with this style include and Jean-Charles Moreux. 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 building and garden elements differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $212 and tops out at $311,102 while the average work can sell for $2,080.
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