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Louis XV Building and Garden Elements

LOUIS XV STYLE

The style of 18th-century French furniture was guided by the court. When Louis XV, who reigned from 1715–74, focused royal life on the smaller salons of Versailles rather than its grand chambers, it transformed the aesthetics away from the imposing and angular furniture that characterized the style of Louis XIV. A broader focus on comfort and more delicate forms define antique Louis XV furniture, with nature-inspired carvings, wood inlays, curved cabriole legs, asymmetrical shapes and rounded oval seat backs. The furnishings changed throughout the king’s life, as he ascended to the throne as a child and then grew to establish his own tastes.

Pieces like the bergère, an upholstered armchair with a wide cushion that fit the flowing dresses in fashion at the time, reflected this more informal court. Introduced at the start of Louis XV’s reign, bergère chairs in this style were deeper and broader than other chairs of the period.

Louis XV tapestries and carpets tended to be floral and colorful, and design elements were borrowed from Asia. Dutch-born cabinetmaker Bernard van Risenburgh brought lacquer techniques influenced by Japan and China into his luxuriously made furniture. Along with its fine details, the furniture of the era also featured new innovations including mechanical devices. Jean François Oeben, a royal cabinetmaker, created such intricate pieces as a mechanical table for Madame de Pompadour, Louis XV’s mistress. It involved a sliding top and a writing surface that extended from its marquetry panels.

During the later years of Louis XV’s reign, there was a shift from the ostentatious rocaille style, part of the exuberantly decorative Rococo movement in Europe for which designers such as Nicolas Pineau and Juste-Aurèle Meissonier are known. The style under Louis XVI would return to boxier forms, but with a neoclassical touch inspired by the ancient world.

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Style: Louis XV
Typical 18th century Louis XV style marble fireplace model made in a old Belgium
Located in Brussel, BE
A Louis XV chimneypiece with serpentine shelf made in a old Belgium Griotte marble. The frieze is decorated with typical Louis XV symmetrical cartouche flanked by nicely carved flo...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XV Building and Garden Elements

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Griotte Marble

An important Louis XV carved and gilded wood and Breche d'Alep marble console ta
Located in Honnelles, WHT
An important Louis XV carved and gilded wood and Breche d'Alep marble console table, 18th century France
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18th Century French Antique Louis XV Building and Garden Elements

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Wood

Elegant Louis XV Fireplace Mantel in Limestone
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
A nice French Louis XV fireplace in Buxy limestome. This grayish fossilized stone has a lovely soft toned color suitable for almost every interior. The elegant lines and simple b...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Building and Garden Elements

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Limestone

18th Century Antique Fireplace Mantel in Belgian Brown-Grey Marble
Located in Beervelde, BE
Monumental and exceptional original antique Belgian fireplace surround from Luik made out of the Belgian Gris d'ardenne marble. A very nice...
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18th Century Belgian Antique Louis XV Building and Garden Elements

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Marble

Pair of French 19th Century Louis XV Style Cherub Gilt-Bronze Chenets Andirons
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very fine and charming pair of French 19th-20th century Louis XV style Belle Époque figural gilt-bronze chenets. The finely chased whimsical ormolu andirons, each surmounted with a...
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Early 1900s French Antique Louis XV Building and Garden Elements

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Bronze, Ormolu

19th century French Louis XV style Set of 5 cast brass fireplace tools
Located in Germantown, MD
19th century French Louis XV style Set of 5 cast brass fireplace tools
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Building and Garden Elements

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Brass, Iron

Antique Fireplace Mantel
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
Lovely soft toned yellow limestone with hints of red. This subtle French mantel dates back to the beginning of the 19th century. Some minor overall restorations and damages, le...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Louis XV Building and Garden Elements

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Limestone

Pair of Chiseled Bronze Andirons in the Style of Louis the 15th
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of andirons is made of chiseled bronze and wrought iron. This is a French work in the Louis the 15th style. Beginning of 19th century
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Early 1800s French Antique Louis XV Building and Garden Elements

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Bronze

Antique Serpentine Rococo Fireplace Fender
Located in Ware, GB
Highly ornate, this antique brass fireplace fender is in the Louis XV style with elaborate decorative features including florals, foliat...
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19th Century British Antique Louis XV Building and Garden Elements

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Brass, Steel, Bronze, Iron

18th Century Fine European Grey Marble Stone Antique Fireplace Mantle
Located in Beervelde, BE
This is a grand, one of a kind, original French antique fireplace surround. It was made in a grey bicolor Marble hard stone. It reflects the light in the room and has a silky feeling touching it. The depth the pannels on the front are rich. The front is out of one piece. The condition is amazing. This one is from the Louis XV period. The Patek Philippe Nautilus...
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Mid-18th Century French Antique Louis XV Building and Garden Elements

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Stone

Gorgeous French Antique Front Shell Fireplace White Carrara Marble
Located in Oostvoorne, NL
Interlace your space with the enchanting charm of our French antique shell fireplace, a masterpiece infused with history and style. Using precious Carrara marble, this fireplace offe...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Building and Garden Elements

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Marble

Antique French Fireplace in Bi-Color in Limestone
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
Antique French Fireplace in Bi-Color in Limestone. A very nice and warm two toned French limestone fireplace mantel. This solid 2 piece mantel has a nice and decorative carved frie...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Building and Garden Elements

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Limestone

Antique Fireback "EVROPA" the Abduction of Europa
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
Very detailed 19th century cast iron fireback showing the abduction of "EVROPA" Excellent condition, can be used in a fireplace or as a backsplash.
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19th Century European Antique Louis XV Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Antique Fireback or Backsplash with Two Putti Playing the Trumpet
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
Nice tall and decorative cast iron fireback or backsplash. Very usable dimensions, can be used in a real fire or as a backsplash. Great patina and nice patina. Sold by Schermerhorn...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

French Louis XV Period Fireplace Grate or Fire Basket, 18th Century
Located in Soest, NL
18th century French Louis XV period andirons made of wrought iron. The condition is good.   
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18th Century French Antique Louis XV Building and Garden Elements

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Wrought Iron

Antique French Statuary Carrara Marble Mantel
Located in Tyrone, Northern Ireland
An antique French figurative Statuary Carara marble mantel in the Louis XV style. This rare and remarkable French chimneypiece features boldly carved female terms and an intricately ...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Louis XV Building and Garden Elements

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Carrara Marble

Antique French Louis XV Fireplace Mantel
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
A very nice and unusual shaped French Louis XV fireplace. Executed in beautiful warm bi colored limestone, this lovely decorative mantel adds true style and French class...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Louis XV Building and Garden Elements

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Limestone

Set of 6 French Louis XV Style Gold and White Panels
Located in Queens, NY
6 French Louis XV style (19th Century) white and gold painted pilaster panels. Size variance, 1 panel: 25" wide, 5 panels: 15" wide. PRICED AS A SET
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Building and Garden Elements

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Giltwood, Wood

Bi-Color Limestone Louis XV from France
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
Bi-Color Limestone Louis XV from France Lovely modest Bi-Color Limestone Louis XV from France. This French limestone comes from the burgundy area, it is unique because of its col...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Louis XV Building and Garden Elements

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Limestone

Console of Louis XV Style in Gilded Wood, France, 19th Century
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Magnificent console of Louis XV style from the Napoleon III period. Composed of many golden volutes, this console reminds us of the finesse and delicacy of this style. The feet are...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Louis XV Building and Garden Elements

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Wood

Antique French Louis XV Period 'Flower Baskets' Fireback / Backsplash, 18th C.
Located in Soest, NL
Beautiful 18th century French Louis XV fireback with flower baskets and two pillars. The pillars refer to the club of Hercules and Stand for strength and the unknown. Towards the end...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XV Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

18th C. French Louis XV Fireback / Backsplash with Pillars and Fleur De Lys
Located in Soest, NL
Beautiful 18th century French Louis XV fireback with pillars and Fleur de Lys. The Fleur de Lys (French Lily) symbolized royalty and aristocracy throughout Europe. The pillars stand ...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XV Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

18th Century French 'Pillars with Decoration' Fireback / Backsplash, Louis XV
Located in Soest, NL
French Louis XV period fireback with two pillars, branches of the olive tree (symbolizing peace) and the date of production 1788. The fireback is made of cast iron and has a black p...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XV Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Antique Tall Fireback or Backsplash
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
Lovely decorative cast iron fireback or backsplash. Has been used well during its live and this shows. A lot of details have slowly faded and the bottom is missing some pieces. Woul...
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Early 19th Century European Antique Louis XV Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Impressive Antique French Louis XV Fireplace Mantel
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
Beautiful soft toned sandstone Louis XV fireplace mantel from mid- France. Subtle decorated frieze combined with perfectly executed elegant swooping lines make this 18th century mas...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Building and Garden Elements

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Sandstone

19th Century French Walnut Door
Located in Winter Park, FL
A 19th Century Louis XV style walnut door from the Loire Valley. This two sided interior door is made of thick planks of solid walnut with hand carved scroll decoration typical of th...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Building and Garden Elements

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Brass

Louis XV Style Carrara Marble Mantel , Circa 1980
Located in Honnelles, WHT
‘Louis XV style Carrara Marble Mantel, circa 1980 ’ Louis XV style mantel in Carrara marble , circa 1980 shelf broken and repaired dimensions of hearth : 79 x 94 cm
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Early 19th Century French Antique Louis XV Building and Garden Elements

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Marble

Very Fine Pair of French 19th Century Louis XV Style Gilt-Bronze Chenets
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very fine pair of French 19th century Louis XV style gilt-bronze chenets (andirons), each with a scrolled design raised with plinths, Paris, circa 1880-1890. Measures: Length: 1...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Building and Garden Elements

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Bronze

Large 18th Century French Louis XV Fireplace Mantel in Lava Stone
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
Very rough but still refined French Louis XV fireplace, this original 18th century fireplace is carved from the finest Lava stone from the Haute- Loire area in France. This unique...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XV Building and Garden Elements

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Stone, Lava

18th Century French Louis XV Fireplace Mantel
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
Superb Louis XV fireplace from France. This elegant 18th century is delicately and subtle decorated throughout. The thin jambs support the impressive overhanging and beautifully ...
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Early 18th Century French Antique Louis XV Building and Garden Elements

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Limestone

19th Century French Louis XV Style Adjustable Bronze Fireplace Fender
Located in Sofia, BG
French late 19th century Louis XV style adjustable between 90 and 110 cm bronze fire fender with richly decorated fire dogs. France, circa 1870.
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XV Building and Garden Elements

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Bronze

French Louis XV Iron Andirons, 18th Century
Located in Soest, NL
18th century French Louis XV andirons. Made of wrought iron. The andirons are in a good condition and are fully functional.
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18th Century French Antique Louis XV Building and Garden Elements

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Wrought Iron

18th Century French Louis XV 'Coat of Arms' Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Soest, NL
French Louis XV fireback with a coat of arms. On the sides are two fleurs-de-lys portrayed, also known as French Lilies, symbolizing the purity of nobility. The year of production, 1...
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18th Century German Antique Louis XV Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

18th Century French Fireback / Backsplash with Pillars and Fleur De Lys
Located in Soest, NL
18th Century French Louis XV fireback with pillars and a Fleur de Lys. The Fleur de Lys (French Lily) symbolized royalty and aristocracy throughout Europe. The pillars stand for the ...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XV Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Pair of "Cupids" Andirons, France, circa 1760
Located in PARIS, FR
Height : 22 cm (8,6 in.) ; Width : 23 cm (9 in.) ; Depth : 8 cm (3,1 in.) With the bar – Width : 26,5 cm (10,4 in.) ; Depth : 55 cm (21,6 in.) Charming pair of Rocaille andirons dec...
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1760s French Antique Louis XV Building and Garden Elements

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Bronze

18th-19th Century Dutch Fire Tongs, Pince
Located in Soest, NL
18th-19th century Dutch fireplace tongs made of wrought iron, with a polished brass handle. The tongs are in good condition and fit for use in the fireplace.
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Early 19th Century Dutch Antique Louis XV Building and Garden Elements

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Brass, Wrought Iron

17th-18th Century French Louis XV Rotating Gridiron
Located in Soest, NL
17th - 18th Century French Louis XV rotating gridiron made of wrought iron. It was used to prepare small pieces of meat quickly over the fire. Sometimes they were put in the fire or ...
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Early 18th Century French Antique Louis XV Building and Garden Elements

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Wrought Iron

17th-18th Century French Louis XV Rotating Gridiron
Located in Soest, NL
17th - 18th Century French Louis XV rotating gridiron made of wrought iron. It was used to prepare small pieces of meat quickly over the fire. Sometimes they were put in the fire or ...
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Early 18th Century French Antique Louis XV Building and Garden Elements

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Wrought Iron

Antique 17th-18th Century French Louis XV Rotating Gridiron
Located in Soest, NL
17th - 18th Century French rotating gridiron made of wrought iron. It was used to prepare small pieces of meat quickly over the fire. Sometimes they were put in the fire or else on a...
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Early 18th Century French Antique Louis XV Building and Garden Elements

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Wrought Iron

17th - 18th Century French Rotating Gridiron
Located in Soest, NL
17th - 18th Century French rotating gridiron made of wrought iron. It was used to prepare small pieces of meat quickly over the fire. Sometimes they were put in the fire or else on a...
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Early 18th Century French Antique Louis XV Building and Garden Elements

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Wrought Iron

French Late 18th Century Louis XV Pewter Lavabo Mounted on Walnut Stand
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Louis XV period pewter lavabo on hand-carved walnut stand from the late 18th century, with shell motifs and acanthus leaves. Created in France a...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Louis XV Building and Garden Elements

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Pewter

18th Century French 'Pillars with Saint Andrew's Cross' Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Soest, NL
18th century French Louis XV fireback with two pillars, a cross, and the date of production 1738. The pillars refer to the club of Hercules and symbolize strength and the unknown. Th...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XV Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

The Marie Antoinette: A Classical Stone Fireplace in the Style of Louis XV
Located in Chicago, IL
The Marie Antoinette is in the classical style of the Louis XV period, with its typical curving lintel piece. Although there are many variations of this style, The Marie Antoinette f...
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2010s American Louis XV Building and Garden Elements

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Limestone

Louis XV Style Fireplace in Rance Marble, Circa 1880
Located in Honnelles, WHT
Louis XV style fireplace in Rance marble fireplace dimensions 92 x 105.5 cm.
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Building and Garden Elements

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Marble

Antique French Louis XV Style Victorian Brass Rose Bird Fireplace Mantel Fender
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Louis XV Style Victorian Brass Rose and Bird Fireplace Mantel Fender. Item features substantial form with cast brass figural ormolu depicting acanthus leaves, drapes, ...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Louis XV Building and Garden Elements

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Brass

Antique French Wrought Iron Fireplace Tools or Fire Tools, 18th Century
Located in Soest, NL
18th century French Louis XV fireplace tool set consisting of fireplace tongs and a shovel. The fire irons are made of wrought iron. They are in a good condition and are fully functi...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XV Building and Garden Elements

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Wrought Iron

Antique French Louis XV Andirons or Firedogs, 18th Century
Located in Soest, NL
18th century French Louis XV andirons. The andirons are made of cast iron. They have a natural brown patina. Upon request it can be made black / pewter.  
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18th Century French Antique Louis XV Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

French Louis XV 'Pillars of Hercules' Fireback / Backsplash, 18th Century
Located in Soest, NL
18th century French Louis XV fireback with two Pillars of Hercules. The pillar refers to the club of Hercules and symbolizes strength and the unknown. The fireback has a natural ...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XV Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Antique Chateau Column Base or Architectural from Dijon, France, Circa 1750
Located in Dallas, TX
Truly a one-of-a-kind offering, this chateau column base was hand-carved in Dijon, France, circa 1750, making it a Louis XV period architectural. Carved from a single block of limest...
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Mid-18th Century French Antique Louis XV Building and Garden Elements

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Stone, Limestone

18th Century French Louis XV Andirons or Firedogs
Located in Soest, NL
18th century French Louis XV andirons made of wrought iron. The andirons have spit hooks to grill food. The andirons are beautifully carved. The condition is good.   
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18th Century French Antique Louis XV Building and Garden Elements

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Wrought Iron

Antique Dutch Fireplace Grate, 18th Century
Located in Soest, NL
Fine hand-forged fireplace basket or fire grate made in the Netherlands. 18th century, Louis XV period. The condition is good.  
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18th Century Dutch Antique Louis XV Building and Garden Elements

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Brass, Wrought Iron

19th Century Fireplace of Burgundy Marble Stone in Style of Louis XV
Located in Made, NL
Beautiful antique fireplace of Burgundian marble stone. This fireplace is in the style of Louis XV and dates from the 19th century and features a beautiful scallop in the middle of t...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Building and Garden Elements

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Other

18th Century French Andirons or Firedogs
Located in Soest, NL
Original 18th century French Louis XV firedogs made of cast iron. The condition is good.
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18th Century French Antique Louis XV Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

French Gilt Bronze Chenet in the Louis XV Style with Classical Figures
Located in London, GB
A late 19th century French gilt bronze chenet, in the Louis XV style, with fender of adjustable width. Each end with classical figures sitting within floral scrolls. Maximum wi...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XV Building and Garden Elements

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Bronze

Antique fireplace of grey marble stone from the 19th century, style of Louis XV
Located in Made, NL
This beautiful 19th century mantelpiece is a masterpiece in the elegant Louis XV style. Made of grey marble stone, it exudes timeless class and refinement. The graceful lines, curved...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Building and Garden Elements

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Other

Louis XV style gilded wood firescreen, 19th century
Located in NICE, FR
Louis XV style gilded wood fire screen, 19th century Carved gilded wood fire screen decorated with a tapestry with original stitches representing the abduction of Europa. The surro...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Louis XV Building and Garden Elements

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Fabric, Giltwood

Antique French Louis XV Rococo Style Bronze Cherub Acanthus Leaf Andirons - Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Louis XV Rococo Style Bronze Cherub Acanthus Leaf Andirons - Pair. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 22" H x 11" W x 5" D.
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Early 20th Century Unknown Louis XV Building and Garden Elements

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Bronze

Antique French Louis XV Style Bronze Cherub Chenets Fireplace Andirons - Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Louis XV Style Bronze Cherub Chenets Fireplace Andirons - Pair. Item features finely cast bronze details, adorable cherubs, fine acanthus scroll work, quality craftsma...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Louis XV Building and Garden Elements

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Bronze

18th Century French Louis XV 'Arms of France' Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Soest, NL
Beautiful 18th century French Louis XV 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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18th Century French Antique Louis XV Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

18th C. French Louis XV Fireback / Backsplash with Pillars and Fleurs De Lys
Located in Soest, NL
Beautiful 18th century French Louis XV fireback with pillars and Fleurs de Lys. The Fleur de Lys (French Lily) symbolized royalty and aristocracy throughout Europe. The pillars stand...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XV Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Louis Xv building and garden elements for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Louis XV 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 XV 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 Bouhon Frères, Frédéric - Eugène Piat, Joseph Reynés I Gurgui, and François Linke. 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 $158 and tops out at $845,000 while the average work can sell for $4,555.

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