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Louis XIV Torchères

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
Pair of Mid-19th Century Wrought Iron Torcheres Candlesticks
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of mid-19th century wrought iron torcheres ~ candlesticks were fashioned from red-hot iron by a talented blacksmith, and feature a nice height with twisted shaft and tripod base...
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1850s French Antique Louis XIV Torchères

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Wrought Iron

Pair of Mid-19th Century Wrought Iron Torcheres Candlesticks
Pair of Mid-19th Century Wrought Iron Torcheres Candlesticks

Pair of Mid-19th Century Wrought Iron Torcheres Candlesticks

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Bronze

Pair of Small Candlesticks in Bronze, 18th Century
Pair of Small Candlesticks in Bronze, 18th Century

Pair of Small Candlesticks in Bronze, 18th Century

Pair Huge 19th Century Philippe Mourey Ormolu Putti Candelabras, 1870s, France
By Phillipe Mourey
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Pair Huge 19th Century Philippe Mourey Ormolu Putti Candelabras, 1870s, France
Pair Huge 19th Century Philippe Mourey Ormolu Putti Candelabras, 1870s, France

Pair Huge 19th Century Philippe Mourey Ormolu Putti Candelabras, 1870s, France

Large French Louis XIV Chandelier in Brass, 18th Century
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Imposing Louis XIV brass chandelier from France Beautiful look and superb quality decorated with angels and acanthus leaves. Large model Height excluding spade 1m02cm France 1, ...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Torchères

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Large French Louis XIV Chandelier in Brass, 18th Century
Large French Louis XIV Chandelier in Brass, 18th Century

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Louis Xiv torchères for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Louis XIV torchères 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 torchères created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, lighting and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, brass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Louis XIV torchères made in a specific country, there are Europe, and France pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original torchères, popular names associated with this style include and Phillipe Mourey. 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 torchères differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $715 and tops out at $10,791 while the average work can sell for $1,160.

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