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Louis XVI Serving Pieces

LOUIS XVI STYLE

Reflecting the final era of royal opulence before the upheaval of the French Revolution, antique Louis XVI furniture features more angular shapes than the Rococo curves of the Louis XV style, harkening back to the imposing grandeur of Louis XIV.

Dating between 1750 and 1800, an era that overlapped with the last king of France whose reign was cut short by the guillotine, Louis XVI furniture, known as the goût grec, is emblematic of the neoclassical revision that French furniture underwent during the second half of the 18th century.

Authentic Louis XVI furniture characteristics include clean lines and carved details such as scrolls and acanthus flourishes that were inspired by ancient Greece and Rome. This was informed by a burgeoning interest in antiquity in the 18th century, owing to new archaeological excavations at sites including Pompeii and Herculaneum. It largely eclipsed the more East Asian–influenced ornamentation of Louis XV for something more geometric and symmetrical.

The Louis XVI style was defined by what was being created for the palatial rooms at Versailles and Fontainebleau, particularly for the queen, with cabinetmaker Jean-Henri Riesener being a favorite of Marie-Antoinette’s for his luxurious pieces accented with gilded bronze and marquetry. Furniture maker Jean-Baptiste-Claude Sené was also a major designer of the period, with his pieces for the royal residences adorned with giltwood and neoclassical touches like tapered columns for chair legs and laurel leaf carvings. Cabinetmaker Adam Weisweiler occasionally incorporated into his furniture porcelain panels produced by Sèvres, a popular manufacturer of European ceramics that served the crown with serveware, vases and other decorative objects.

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Style: Louis XVI
Cabaret Centerpiece for Aperitif Tea or Wine in Gilt Cut Glass Sterling Silver
Cabaret Centerpiece for Aperitif Tea or Wine in Gilt Cut Glass Sterling Silver

Cabaret Centerpiece for Aperitif Tea or Wine in Gilt Cut Glass Sterling Silver

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Cabaret Centerpiece for Aperitif Tea or Wine in Gilt Cut Glass Sterling Silver

By Daum

Located in Argenteuil, IDF

Rare cabaret centerpiece for aperitif, tea or wine in gilt cut glass attributed to Daum with vermeil mount on openwork gilt bronze tray (circa 1891) The tray dimensions : 19 2/8 x 1...

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1890s French Antique Louis XVI Serving Pieces

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Crystal, Sterling Silver, Bronze

French 19th century Louis XVI st. Napoleon III Period patinated Metal tray
French 19th century Louis XVI st. Napoleon III Period patinated Metal tray

French 19th century Louis XVI st. Napoleon III Period patinated Metal tray

$3,200

French 19th century Louis XVI st. Napoleon III Period patinated Metal tray

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A wonderfully decorative French 19th century Louis XVI st. Napoleon III Period patinated Metal tray. This charming oval shaped and hand painted tray is decorated by a richly detailed...

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19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Serving Pieces

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19th Century French Louis XVI Silver-Plated and Cut Crystal Sugar or Candy Bowl
19th Century French Louis XVI Silver-Plated and Cut Crystal Sugar or Candy Bowl

19th Century French Louis XVI Silver-Plated and Cut Crystal Sugar or Candy Bowl

$975

19th Century French Louis XVI Silver-Plated and Cut Crystal Sugar or Candy Bowl

Located in Dallas, TX

Crafted in France circa 1890, this elegant antique covered sugar bowl features a removable cut-crystal insert held within a finely detailed silver-plated metal frame, possibly silver...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Serving Pieces

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French 19th century Louis XVI st. Ormolu and Mirror centerpiece
French 19th century Louis XVI st. Ormolu and Mirror centerpiece

French 19th century Louis XVI st. Ormolu and Mirror centerpiece

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French 19th century Louis XVI st. Ormolu and Mirror centerpiece

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An elegant and large scale French 19th century Louis XVI st. Ormolu and Mirror centerpiece. This delightful serving tray is raised by four Ormolu fluted feet supporting the framed mi...

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French LXVI Silver Serving Set Oil Vinegar Old Man’s Silver Hallmark
French LXVI Silver Serving Set Oil Vinegar Old Man’s Silver Hallmark

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French LXVI Silver Serving Set Oil Vinegar Old Man’s Silver Hallmark

Located in Miami, FL

Exquisite set of oil and Vinegar LXVI Silver and cristal. Neo classic design animal and winged children figure chiseled in a very delicate way. The central part with draperies arou...

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French 19th century Louis XVI st. Napoleon III Period patinated Metal tray
French 19th century Louis XVI st. Napoleon III Period patinated Metal tray

French 19th century Louis XVI st. Napoleon III Period patinated Metal tray

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French 19th century Louis XVI st. Napoleon III Period patinated Metal tray

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19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Serving Pieces

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Louis Xvi serving pieces for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Louis XVI serving pieces 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 serving pieces created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, silver and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Louis XVI serving pieces made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Italy pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original serving pieces, popular names associated with this style include Argenteria Auge, and Vista Alegre. 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 $302 and tops out at $40,659 while the average work can sell for $5,447.

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