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Louis XV Serving Pieces

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
19th Century French L'Alfénide Christofle Halphen Sterling Silverware and Ladel
By Alfenide, Christofle
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Turn of the Century L'Alfénide Christofle/Charles Halphen Sterling Silverware Serveware Set of Three Spoons and Four Fork, and 1 Ladel. Alfénide, utilized by Manufacture de L'Alfénide between 1890 and 1920, embodies the style of Louis XV, infused with influences from both Pompadour and Rococo aesthetics. The hallmark of Halphen goat underwent a slight alteration during this period. The initials "C" and "H" were removed, replaced instead by the digits "8" and "4" on the left and right sides respectively. This alteration resulted in the number "84," indicating that 84 grams...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Louis XV Serving Pieces

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Sterling Silver

Christofle cutlery set
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Christofle cutlery set Important Christofle cutlery set of 156 pieces and also its original box Original cutlery set Excellent condition (needs ...
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1950s French Vintage Louis XV Serving Pieces

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Metal

Christofle, Set of 51 Louis XV Style Silver Plated Flatware
Located in Paris, FR
Part of flatware Christofle collection "Marly" in silver metal. This set of cutlery with rich decoration of plants in the Louis XV style is composed of ...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Serving Pieces

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Metal, Silver

Louis XV Walnut Carved Chest with Silver Plated Christofle Flatware - 181 Pieces
Located in Dallas, TX
This commode with an included menagere flatware set was created in France, circa 1920. The traditional five drawer chest is an entertaining essential that keeps your flatware organized and well-preserved between uses; each drawer is upholstered with red velvet compartment. The cabinet sits on four cabriole legs under a scalloped apron, and features a shaped gallery on the surface. The chest with intricate lock mechanism hosts a set of Christofle flatware...
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Early 20th Century European Louis XV Serving Pieces

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Silver Plate

Service Ancienne Manufacture Royale Limoges France doré à l'or (75 pièces)
Located in London, England
Prenez place à la table des rois et des grands de ce monde, avec ce service de table de L' Ancienne  Manufacture Royale de Limoges, actuellement Bernardaud, plongez dans l'histoire e...
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1980s French Vintage Louis XV Serving Pieces

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Agate, Gold, Gold Leaf

Gilded Cutlery Set in Vermeil Louis XIV Style Napoleon III Era 19th Century
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Set worked of gilded Cutlery for entremets. A soup spoon, a fork and a coffee spoon. Very nice set. Shells are visible on the handle of the fork and the...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Serving Pieces

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Vermeil

Antique French Louis XV Style Gold Gilt Bronze Crystal Glass Stem Goblet - Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Louis XV Style Gold Gilt Bronze Crystal Glass Stem Decorative Flute Goblets - a Pair. *Glasses are for decorative use only as the bronze ormolu rims are pierced and li...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Louis XV Serving Pieces

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Crystal

Pair of Silver Plated Salad Servers.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of silver plated and horn salad servers. A pair of Louis XV style salad servers, 19th century, in silvered metal and horn. H: 2cm, W: 28cm, D: 5cm
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Serving Pieces

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Silver Plate

Silver tray, assayer Zuan Piero Grappiglia, Venice, 18th century
Located in Brescia, IT
Description Two-handled cast and embossed silver tray, assayer Zuan Piero Grappiglia, Venice, 18th century Silver marked with 2 punches: Venice Mint punch (Lion of St. Mark) Assayer...
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18th Century Italian Antique Louis XV Serving Pieces

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Silver

Pair of Silver Plated Salad Servers.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of silver plated and horn salad servers. A pair of Louis XV style silver and horn salad servers, 19th century. H: 2cm, W: 24cm, D: 4.5cm
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Serving Pieces

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Silver Plate

Pair of Silver Plated Salad Servers.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of silver plated and horn salad servers. A pair of Louis XV style silver and horn salad servers, 19th century. H: 2cm, W: 24cm, D: 4.5cm
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Serving Pieces

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Silver Plate

Louis 15 Style Gallia Centerpiece
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Coupe Gallia Rare Gallia centrepiece (coupe) on stand. Model nº: 5181. Gallia is the brand name of the copper-tin alloy patented by Félix Chéron in 1896. It probably contained also ...
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Early 20th Century European Louis XV Serving Pieces

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Copper, Tin

20th Century Set of Ceramics by Lallier et Moustiers
By Lallier et Moustiers
Located in Sofia, BG
Set of four French beautiful hand-painted ceramic pieces by Lallier et Moustiers. Very good quality and vivid colors. France, circa 1990
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Mid-20th Century French Louis XV Serving Pieces

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Ceramic

Chinese & Ormolu Bronze Mounted Terrine, 18th Century
Located in Lisbon, PT
An unique, very special 18th century chinese famille rose India Company ormolu bronze mounted terrine porcelain. Chinese porcelain from the Portuguese India Company during the Qianlo...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XV Serving Pieces

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Bronze, Ormolu

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20th Century Danish Louis XV Serving Pieces

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Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
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Louis Xv serving pieces for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Louis XV serving pieces for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Mid-20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage serving pieces created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, decorative objects, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, silver and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Louis XV serving pieces made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Denmark pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original serving pieces, popular names associated with this style include Christofle, Cristalleries De Sevres, Emile Puiforcat, and Lallier et Moustiers. 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 serving pieces differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $604 and tops out at $24,538 while the average work can sell for $1,997.

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