Antique Louis XIII furniture is not as lavish as that of his son Louis XIV, who transformed his father’s modest Versailles hunting lodge into a sumptuous palace. Yet the imposing forms of its chairs, dressers, tables and other pieces express grandeur and luxury.
When Henry IV was assassinated in the streets of Paris in 1610, his young son became the king of France. With Louis XIII too young to rule, the widowed Marie de' Medici — a native of Italy and member of the prominent House of Medici — became regent, instilling an Italian influence in the decorative arts. Even after Louis XIII exiled his mother and took power in 1617, this aesthetic informed his court style. As did the consolidation of power, established with his chief minister, Cardinal Richelieu, through his death in 1643.
From sturdy chests and tall cupboards to colossal four-poster beds, almost every piece of Louis XIII furniture was heavily carved or turned from dark-toned wood. Motifs of the period included scrollwork, foliage, fruits, grotesque masks and other images of abundance, often inlaid in marquetry of wood or tortoiseshell. Ornamental scenes, sometimes carved on cabinet panels and other pieces from rare ebony, oak or walnut, were borrowed from engravings by northern European masters like Peter Paul Rubens. Engravings also spread the Louis XIII style during the 17th century, particularly by printmaker Abraham Bosse, who depicted the popular Louis XIII chairs designed with upholstered seats and low, wide backs.
The lofty profiles of the French furniture complemented the architecture under the reign of Louis XIII, such as the Palais du Luxembourg by chief architect Salomon de Brosse and architect Jacques Lemercier’s chapel at the Sorbonne, which showcased the influence of Italian Baroque.
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Mid-Century Baccarat Remy Martin Louis XIII Cognac Crystal Decanter
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A hand-blown Baccarat Remy Martin Louis XIII crystal decanter bottle with stopper, circa 1957-1967. This piece is an exact replica of a rare decanter us...
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Baccarat Crystal Rémy Martin “Centaure” Decanter Donut Shell Form France 1960s
By Baccarat
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Baccarat Crystal Rémy Martin “Centaure” Decanter, Donut Shell Form, France, circa 1960s A rare and iconic mid-century crystal decanter produced by Baccarat exclusively for Rémy Marti...
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Extra Large Bohemian Crystal Persian Style Decanter
Located in Vilnius, LT
Extra large Bohemian Persian style hand cut crystal decanter. Excellent vintage condition.
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$18,500 / set
H 11.5 in Dm 5 in
Six-Piece Cut Crystal Liquors Set Four Decanters, Claret & Pitcher, 19th Century
By Baccarat
Located in Great Barrington, MA
This is a rare and exceptional 19th century crystal drinks set attributed to Baccarat. The service consists of four matching decanters, a claret jug and a matching water pitcher. Eac...
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Baccarat Crystal Champagne Cooler
By Baccarat
Located in Northampton, GB
With Silvered Handles From our Barware collection, we are delighted to offer this Baccarat Crystal Champagne Cooler. The Champagne Cooler of Octagonal shape with a tapered heavy cry...
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$6,573
H 9.5 in W 8 in D 5 in
Baccarat Crystal Decanter holder, Hermès, Paris, circa 1955, designed by Jacques
By Hermès, Baccarat, Jacques Adnet
Located in Bath, GB
A rare and highly sought-after stitched leather double decanter holder designed by Jacques Adnet for the French fashion house, Hermes of Paris. The caddy is fitted with two cut crys...
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Baccarat Crystal Champagne Flutes, Set of 8
By Valéry Klein, Baccarat
Located in Miami, FL
A truly elegant and fine quality Baccarat crystal champagne flutes, set of 8 still available. Beautiful details that will enhance any table and delight your guests. Designed by Valer...
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Fine Estate Baccarat Crystal Empire Style Jonzac Decanter
By Baccarat
Located in New York, NY
Fine estate Baccarat decanter in the rare Jonzac pattern which pairs beautifully with Empire and Harcourt patterns- the stopper is identical to Harcourt an...
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$1,200
H 9.5 in Dm 5 in
Mid-20th Century Modern Cut Crystal/Glass Baccarat Decanter with Stopper, France
By Baccarat
Located in North Miami, FL
Mid-20th century Modern cut crystal/glass decanter with stopper stamped by Baccarat, France By: Baccarat Material: crystal, cut glass, glass Technique: cast Dimensions: 5 in x 9.5 i...
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$795 / item
H 6.11 in Dm 3.94 in
Cut Crystal Glass Whisky Decanter/ Carafe Barware Handcrafted in Italy
By WARM, Corinna Warm
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Crystal Glass Decanter with solid glass stopper, hand-crafted in Italy The 'Well' collection was conceived to elevate and celebrate drinking water in a vessel worthy of its importance. In collaboration with Italian crystal company Mario Cioni, Designer Corinna Warm created a unique, handcrafted, mouth blown, cut crystal water carafe...
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$580
H 8.47 in W 8.47 in D 4.73 in
Baccarat Crystal Water Pitcher, Handcrafted, Octagonal Base, France
By Baccarat
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A superb heavy crystal water pitcher from the renowned house of Baccarat. This highly decorative handcrafted water jug, with its elegant and ergonomic ha...
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Mid-Century Modernist Drop Form Crystal Decanter signed Baccarat
By Baccarat
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Mid-Century Modernist drop-form crystal decanter, created by the legendary French house of Baccarat circa 1960, is a stunning example of refined elegance and craftsman...
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$450 / set
H 20.5 in W 11 in D 9 in
Large Mid-Century Remy Martin Wooden Bottle Tipper Cognac Display Dispenser
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This large Mid-Century Modern era wooden bottle tipper was likely made and bottled in the United States for the premier French cognac Remy Martin in circa ...
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$1,450 / set
H 9.25 in W 5 in D 5 in
Pair Asymmetrical MCM Baccarat Crystal Whiskey Decanters, 20th Century
By Baccarat
Located in New York, NY
Unusual asymmetrical configuration Modernist style pair of Baccarat crystal decanters. Signed on the bases Excellent condition.
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Baccarat Remy Martin Crystal Cognac Decanter
By Baccarat
Located in Soquel, CA
Elegant Remy Martin Baccarat crystal cognac decanter bottle with matching stopper, by fine crystal manufacturer Baccarat (French, founded 1764). The ornate stopper and fine details of ribbed spines along each side make this unique decanter an unmistakable accent piece for any dignified bar. Number 481 etched on base of both stopper and bottle. Remy Martin & Baccarat Crystal mark are etched on base, with number 481. Made in France. Dimensions with stopper: 11"H x 7"W x 3"D The concept for the decanter of Louis XIII originated in 1850, when Paul-Emile Rémy Martin came across a metal flask...
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Baccarat Remy Martin Louis XIII Cognac Decanter
By Baccarat
Located in Soquel, CA
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Baccarat Remy Martin Louis XIII Decanter
Located in Sheffield, MA
Vintage Baccarat Remy Martin Louis XIII crystal decanter bottle with stopper, decorated with fleur-de-lis medallions and ruffled edges or spiny trim. Des...
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Baccarat Crystal Glass, Louis XIII Cognac Decanter
By Baccarat
Located in North Miami, FL
This vintage Crystal Baccarat glass cognac decanter is wonderful! it is Louis Xlll. Wonderful protrusions of formed blown glass adorn the edges and m...
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