Louis XV Desk Accessories
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
Antique French Gilt Bronze Encrier Inkwell Desk Stand, Signed JF
Located in Forney, TX
A most impressive fine quality antique Louis XV style French ormolu encrier / inkstand.
Born in France in the 19th century, almost certainly Parisian work, exquisitely chased, chis...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Desk Accessories
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Pair of Late 19th Century French Marble and Bronze Vide-Poches Urns Tazza Dishes
Located in Dallas, TX
Catch loose change or other odds and ends with this pair of 19th century decorative tazza dishes. Crafted in France circa 1880, each compote sits on a square green marble base with r...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XV Desk Accessories
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Marble, Bronze
19th Century French Gilt Spelter Inkwell with Rooster Sculpture Signed A. Bossu
Located in Dallas, TX
Place this elegant antique inkwell in a man’s office or study. Created in France, circa 1880, and built of spelter, the desk accessory sits on five small d...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XV Desk Accessories
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Spelter
19th Century French Bronze Inkwell with Horse Sculpture Signed P.J. Mêne
By P.J. Mêne
Located in Dallas, TX
Place this elegant antique signed inkwell in a man’s office. Created in France, circa 1870, the bronze desk accessory sits on four small curved feet, and f...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Louis XV Desk Accessories
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Bronze
Pair of French Louis XV Style Doré Bronze Dogs on Malachite Plinths
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions- H: 3in W: 4 1/4in D: 2 7/8in
This exceptional pair of French Doré bronze dogs on malachite plinths/bases are an amazing example of high quality antique smalls. Finding a pair in this good of condition is highly uncommon. Malachite Was believed to have healing factors in Europe during the Renaissance and later people saw malachite as a sign of wealth and power due to its rarity. Most pieces made with malachite whether it was a piece of furniture or a pair of bronze dogs...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XV Desk Accessories
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Malachite, Bronze, Ormolu
19th Century Belgium Louis XV Rococo Repousse Brass Inkwell with Letter Holder
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a man's desk or study with this elegant antique inkwell; crafted in Belgium, circa 1880, the desk accessory stands on scroll feet over a scalloped apron, and features intric...
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Late 19th Century Belgian Antique Louis XV Desk Accessories
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Brass, Metal
French Early 19th Century Louis XV St. Sèvres Porcelain and Ormolu Inkwell
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A beautiful and exceptionally high quality French early 19th century Louis XV st. Sèvres Porcelain and ormolu inkwell, signed Sèvres. The inkwell is raised by striking pierced scrolled foliate ormolu movements in a most decorative satin and burnished finished. At the center is the finely detailed Sèvres Porcelain tray...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Desk Accessories
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Ormolu
Fine 19th Century Ormolu Mounted KPM Porcelain Desk Set - Inkwell Candlesticks
Located in Forney, TX
A very fine quality, exquisitely hand-crafted, late nineteenth century bronze doré mounted Royal Porcelain Factory Berlin (KPM) porcelain five piece desk set.
The breathtaking anti...
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Late 19th Century Antique Louis XV Desk Accessories
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Bronze
Fine Antique French Neoclassical Louis XV Style Gilt Bronze Picture Frame
Located in Miami, FL
A fine ornate antique French Louis XV style gilt bronze photo frame with back easel stand, Napoleon III era, circa 1880. Richly decorated with neoclassical style motifs such as faces...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Desk Accessories
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Bronze
19th Century French Louis XV Style Ormolu Mounted Encrier
Located in Forney, TX
A rare fine French Louis XV style ormolu mounted tortoise-shell finish encrier (desk stand - inkstand) dating to the 19th century, featuring bronze dore sculpture...
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19th Century Antique Louis XV Desk Accessories
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Bronze, Ormolu
French Louis XV Silver and Bronze Inkwell
Located in New York, NY
French Louis XV-style (19/20th Century) silver plate on bronze oval shaped inkwell with handles and acorn finial.
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19th Century Antique Louis XV Desk Accessories
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Silver, Bronze
French Louis XV Miniature Secretary
Located in New York, NY
French Louis XV-style (19th Century) vitrine in the form of a miniature secretary with roll top and clear glass panels.
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19th Century Antique Louis XV Desk Accessories
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Glass, Walnut
French Louis XV Miniature Secretary Inkwell
Located in New York, NY
French Louis XV-style (19th Century) inkwell stand in the form of a miniature secretary with roll top and etched glass doors.
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19th Century Antique Louis XV Desk Accessories
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Glass, Walnut
19th Century French Pewter Inkwell with Lion Sculpture Signed A. Bossu
Located in Dallas, TX
Place this elegant antique signed inkwell in a man’s office. Created in France, circa 1880, the pewter desk accessory sits on four small curved feet, an...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XV Desk Accessories
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Pewter
Gilt Bronze with Enamel French Hand Mirror
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Wonderful gilt bronze with blue and white enamel hand mirror. Marked France on one side of the handle and New York on the other. Measures: 10” by 5 1/4” Age appropriate ware to frame...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XV Desk Accessories
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Enamel, Ormolu
French 19th Century Louis XV Style Gilt-Bronze Encrier Inkwell by Boin Taburet
By Boin-Taburet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very fine French 19th century Louis XV style gilt-bronze, mahogany and porcelain Encrier (Inkwell). The oval mahogany base surmounted with an ormolu mounted trim, dual-trays and fi...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XV Desk Accessories
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Bronze, Ormolu
Japanned or Chinoiserie Decorated Louis XV Style Lacquer Inkwell
Located in Nashville, TN
The lacquer ground with a strong burgundy undertone. Well carved , colored and other wise decorated . The porcelain well in good Antique condition . Minor wear due to age and use .
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1860s French Antique Louis XV Desk Accessories
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Lacquer
19th Century French Louis XV Hand Painted Delft Style Faience Inkwell Vide-Poche
By Delft
Located in Dallas, TX
This uniquely shaped ceramic inkwell was sculpted in France, circa 1880. The cartouche-shaped desk essential features a hand painted black and white center medallion with sailboats, ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XV Desk Accessories
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Ceramic, Faience
French Louis XV Bronze Dore Inkwell/Candleholder
Located in New York, NY
French Louis XV-style (19th Century) bronze dore filigree double inkwell with candleholder sides and griffins.
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Desk Accessories
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Bronze
French Louis XV Style Bronze Double Inkwell
Located in New York, NY
French Louis XV-style (19th Century) bronze double inkwell with trophy caps and cupid playing the cello on a white onyx base.
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Desk Accessories
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Onyx, Bronze
Pair of French Ormolu Figural Candelabra, 19th Century
Located in Cypress, CA
Exquisite pair of French Louis XV style gilt bronze five-light figural candelabra, 19th century.
Five foliage-inspired candleholders are conjoined by intricate gilt bronze scrollin...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Desk Accessories
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Bronze
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Find a broad range of unique Louis XV desk accessories for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Early 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage desk accessories created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, bronze and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Louis XV desk accessories made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Belgium pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original desk accessories, popular names associated with this style include Boin-Taburet, Berlin Royal Porcelain Factory, Bradley & Hubbard, 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 desk accessories differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $250 and tops out at $61,940 while the average work can sell for $1,727.
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