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
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
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Iron
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
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Marble
$9,317 / item
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
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Stone, Limestone, Sandstone
Large 18th Century French Louis XIV 'Coat of Arms' Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Beautiful 18th century French Louis XIV period fireback with a coat of arms. The date of production, 1732, is also cast in the fireback.
The fireback is made of cast iron and has a ...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
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Iron
18th Century French 'Allegory of Love' Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Beautiful 18th century French fireback with an Allegory of Love. The date of production of the fireback, 1743, is also cast in the fireback. The fireback is made of cast iron and has...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
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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
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Statuary Marble
17th Century Small Fireplace Mantel In Dark Marble With White Veining
Located in Beervelde, BE
This exquisite perfect-imperfaction 17th-century fireplace surround is a testament to craftsmanship and history. Fashioned from luxurious black-grey marble with delicate white veinin...
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17th Century French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
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Marble
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
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Iron
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
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Wrought Iron
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
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Stone
Antique Standing Spit Rack, 17th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Rare 17th century French standing spit rack. The set is in a good condition and fit for use in the fireplace.
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17th Century French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
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Wrought Iron
17th-18th Century French Louis XIV 'Arms of France' Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
17th - 18th 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 ...
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Early 18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
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Iron
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 Building and Garden Elements
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Walnut
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
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Copper, Wrought 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
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Limestone, Sandstone
18th Century City Palace Fireplace Mantle With Original Grand Wear
Located in Beervelde, BE
Louis XIV period limestone fireplace surround with great wear and extra small proportions.
The perfect fireplace for original apartment decoration.
This 18th century period piece is ...
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Early 18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Limestone
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
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Wrought Iron
19th Century French Louis XIV Wrought Iron Bombe Balcony Railing
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century French Louis XIV Wrought Iron Bombe Balcony Railing is a stunning work of the metal sculptor's art! Hand-forged during the heyday of the Napoleon III Period, it feature...
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1870s French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
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Wrought 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
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Iron
17th-18th Century Dutch Fortuna Fireback
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
17th-18th Dutch fireback of Fortuna, goddess of fortune and fate. The style of the fireback is Louis XIV and it is from that period.
Fortuna stands on a sphere, symbolizing the unce...
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Early 18th Century Dutch Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
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Iron
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
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Limestone
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
Antique Bolection De Versailles Marble Fireplace Mantel
Located in London, GB
A large Antique French ''Bolection de Versailles" in variegated Nero Marquina with a bold bolection moulded frame, large and deep concave freiz...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
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Marble
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 Building and Garden Elements
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Walnut
Large French Louis XIV 'Coat of Arms' Fireback / Backsplash, 17th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Beautiful, unknown coat of arms fireback.
The fireback is made of cast iron and has a natural brown patina. Upon request it can be made black or pewter at no additional cost. The fi...
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17th Century French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Profiled Antique French Limestone Fireplace Mantel
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
Profiled Antique French Limestone Fireplace Mantel.
This exquisite antique French limestone fireplace mantel embodies rustic charm and timeless elegance, sourced from the picturesqu...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Limestone
18th Century French Louis XIV 'Allegory of Peace' Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
18th century French Louis XIV period fireback with an allegory of peace and two pillars of Hercules. The pillars stand for strength and the unknown. They refer to the club of Hercule...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
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Iron
Library, Napoleon III showcase, Italy About 1880
Located in Honnelles, WHT
Library, Napoleon III showcase, Italy About 1880
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19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
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Wood
Antique French Louis XIV 'Fleur De Lys' Fireback / Backsplash, 17th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
17th century French Louis XIV period fireback with Fleur de Lys. Symbol for purity and aristocracy throughout Europe.
The fireback is made of cast iron and has a natural brown patin...
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17th Century French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
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Iron
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
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Iron
Large French 17th Century Louis XIV Period Hanging Trivet
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
17th century French Louis XIV Period trivet.
It is used for heating up a pan or to keep it warm in front of the fire. In a good working condition.
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17th Century French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
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Wrought 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
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Wrought Iron
French Fireplace Tools, Louis XIV Period, Early 18th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Early 18th century French hand-forged fireplace tool set. The tool set consists of tongs, shovel, and a fire poker. The tools are made of wrought iron. The set is in good condition a...
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Early 18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
18th Century French Phoenix Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
18th century Louis XIV French fireback with pillars, a phoenix, and the date of production 1737
The Phoenix stands for 'Who rises from the ashes' The pillars refer to the club of He...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
19th Century French Louis XIV Style Polished Brass Andirons or Firedogs
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
19th century French Louis XIV style andirons made of polished brass and wrought iron. The condition is good. The andirons are fit for use in the fireplace.
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19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
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Brass, Wrought Iron
Exceptional marble fireplace in Regency style “ Salon d’Hercule” Versaille.
Located in Brussel, BE
This exceptional Regency style fireplace model was made for the "Salon d'Hercule " in the Versailles palace . The center of the frieze is ornated by a Hercules' head wearing the skin...
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Early 18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
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Marble
French Bronze Louis XIV Andirons, 17th Century, with Marmosets
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
A pair of medium-sized 17th century French Louis XIV fire dogs made of polished bronze and wrought iron. The faces on the andirons are so-called marmosets. A marmoset is an ornamenta...
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17th Century French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
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Wrought Iron, Bronze
French Louis XIV 'Coat of Arms' Fireback / Backsplash, 17th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
17th century French Louis XIV fireback with an unknown coat of arms. The fireback is made of cast iron and has black / pewter patina. It is in a good condition, especially considerin...
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17th Century French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
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Iron
18th Century French Fireback / Backsplash Pillars with Medieval IHS Monogram
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
18th century Louis XIV French fireback with pillars, IHS monogram, angels and the date of production 1734.
The monogram IHS stands for Iesus Hominum Salvator (Jesus the Savior of ...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
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Iron
Antique French Louis XIV Period 'Arms of France' Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
17th - 18th century French Louis XIV period fireback with the Arms of France, dated 1705. A coat of arms of the House of Bourbon, an originally French royal house that became a major...
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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
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Stone, Limestone
Large Early 18th Century French Fireplace Shovel or Fire Shovel
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Large early 18th-century French fireplace shovel made of wrought iron. Louis XIV Period. The shovel is in a good condition.
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Early 18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
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Wrought Iron
French Louis XIV Style 'Coat of Arms' Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
20th century French Louis XIV style fireback with an unknown coat of arms.
The fireback is made of cast iron and has a brown patina. It can be made black / pewter upon request. I...
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20th Century French Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
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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
Unusual Antique French Hard Limestone Oval Outdoor Water Bassin
Located in Beervelde, BE
Formal French bicolor hard stone ice container. One in its kind. A great element to create a fountain, flower pot, hand washer or even to be used as wine cooler. A great original ant...
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Early 18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
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Limestone
French Louis XIV Style 'Arms of France' Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Beautiful 20th century French Louis XIV style fireback with a coat of arms.
The fireback is made of cast iron. It can be made black / pewter upon request at no extra cost. It is in...
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20th Century French Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
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Iron
18th Century French Louis XIV 'Coat of Arms' Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Beautiful 18th century French Louis XIV period fireback with a coat of arms. The date of production, 1726, is also cast in the fireback.
The fireback is made of cast iron and has a ...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
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Iron
Antique French 'Caritas' Fireback / Backsplash, 19th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
French fireback that symbolizes Caritas. Caritas means care and love. It is one of three theological virtues from the triptych faith, hope and love. 19th century and Louis XIV style....
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19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
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Iron
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
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Brass, Copper
Unique Antique Marble Louis XIV Fireplace Mantel
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
This rare, large 18th century Louis XIV mantelpiece from Leuven (Belgium) is realized in three different types of marble:
Noir de Mazy - The black marble from Belgium.
Rouge Roya...
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Early 18th Century Belgian Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
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Marble, Belgian Black Marble, Carrara Marble
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
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Limestone
17th Century French Louis XIV 'Arms of France' Fireback / Backsplash
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 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
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Limestone
Small 18th Century Italian Original Antique Marble Fireplace Surround
Located in Beervelde, BE
Petite Italian antique chimney piece is in Royal Brêche marble and has its original patina. The front has a heart motif. This particular is a "li...
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Early 18th Century Italian Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
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Breccia Marble
17th Century French Hanging Trivet
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
17th century French hanging trivet made of wrought iron. The hanging trivet was used for cooking in the fireplace, to put a pot into. It was used in com...
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17th Century French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought 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
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Stone, Marble
Antique Louis XIV 'Pillars with Saint Andrew's Cross' Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
17th century French fireback with a Saint Andrew's cross and two pillars of Hercules. Saint Andrew is said to have been martyred on a cross in this shape. As a result the cross becam...
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17th Century French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
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Iron
Bicolor French Vintage Fireplace Surround in Limestone
Located in Beervelde, BE
Different bicolor Louis XIV period mantel in Burgundy hard stone. Interesting is the different color, shades in the mantel. The shelf shows the detail of the work of the maker. It or...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
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Limestone
17th-18th C. French Louis XIV 'Saint Andrew's Cross' Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
17th-18th century French fireback with four Saint Andrew's crosses and two pillars of Hercules. Saint Andrew is said to have been martyred on a cross in th...
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Early 18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Allegory of Peace with Sower Fireback / Backsplash, 17-18th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
17th-18th century Dutch Louis XIV Period fireback with an allegory of peace. The Allegory of Peace is represented by two angels of peace holding flowers and by a sower.
The firebac...
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Early 18th Century Dutch Antique Louis XIV Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
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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