Known as the “Citizen King,” Louis Philippe reigned from 1830 to the Revolution of 1848 with the support of the upper bourgeoisie. Whereas the monarchs of 18th-century France, including Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI, dictated aesthetics through the decadence of the aristocratic court, Louis Philippe had a more down-to-earth presence. He could be seen walking the streets like an ordinary person, carrying his own umbrella and shaking hands with subjects. Antique Louis Philippe–style furniture reflects a sense of simplicity and the sovereign’s passion for the country’s history, such as his establishment of a Museum of the History of France at Versailles, which had been mostly disused since the French Revolution.
Middle Ages, Gothic and Renaissance design informed a nationalist style that celebrated this heritage, with the hodgepodge of influences becoming prevalent in the homes of the bourgeoisie. Cabinetmakers Guillaume and Jean-Michel Grohé created reproductions of historic pieces for the king as well as royal houses abroad. Louis Philippe commissioned sculptor François Rude to create patriotic monuments that paid tribute to military heroes, while designs for furniture published by Claude-Aimé Chenavard, an ornamentalist who conceived widely loved objects for the Sèvres manufactory, further helped spread a revival of Renaissance style.
The rounded profiles of authentic Louis Philippe tables and chairs were preferred in the apartments rather than palaces being furnished by the affluent middle and upper classes. Ornamentation was minimal on the finely crafted pieces, such as large rectangular mirrors adorned with gold and silver leaf finishes and subdued carvings. The popular Louis Philippe commodes were solidly made with clean lines that showed off the grain of the wood and were often topped with marble surfaces.
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Set of three small French 19th century blue cobalt salt cellars
Located in London, GB
A set of pretty French 19th century salt cellars. Would possibly have been originally silverplated, but this has now rubbed off and the brass...
Brass
A Rare Early 19th Century Silver Plated Lidded Tureen, France, Circa 1830
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
Both the base & lid are engraved with a finely detailed heraldic coat of arms surmounted by a Marquess coronet, the interior retaining it's original and rarely found removable liner. Raised overall upon a stepped circular spreading foot, the underside bearing impressed makers marks (unknown) & town mark for Marseilles, as well as the word ‘PLAQUE’ which is the French term for 19th century silver plated items...
Silver Plate, Copper
Pair of 19th Century Georgian Sheffield Plate Candlesticks
Located in Richmond, VA
Pair of 19th century Georgian Sheffield plate candlesticks with gadroon borders and removable bobehces.
Sheffield Plate
$623Sale Price|50% Off
H 2.56 in W 3.55 in D 2.37 in
Elkington & Co Silver Plated Dolphin & Shell Salt Cellar with Silver Gilt lining
Located in London, GB
A stunning Elkington & Co, 19th century silver plated and silver gilt Dolphin & Clam Shell Open Salt cellar Dating to the latter part of the 19th century. This is a really fine examp...
Silver Plate
19th Century French Christofle Silver Plated Repoussé Serving Tray
By Christofle
Located in Dallas, TX
Elevate a bar, dining table, or coffee service with this elegant antique French silver plated serving tray by Christofle, crafted circa 1870. Of generous rectangular form with softly...
Silver Plate
19th Century French Silver-Plated Bread Basket with Grape and Vine Decor
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant antique bread basket brings refined French style and sculptural detail to the dining table. Crafted in France circa 1870, the oval silver-plated tray features an open fr...
Silver Plate
$200
H 3.13 in W 3.25 in D 1.5 in
Vintage Silver Plate & Glass Swan Form Open Salt Cellar - Mid 20th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
Vintage silver plate and pressed glass open salt cellar - featuring moveable wings that open (see photos) - unsigned - United States (likely) - mid 20th century. Excellent vintage c...
Silver Plate
19th Century Pair of French Majolica Cabbage Tureen
Located in Austin, TX
19th Century Pair of French Majolica Cabbage Tureen.
Ceramic
$350
H 1.25 in Dm 2.5 in
HOMMET - Vintage Silver Plate & Cloisonné Enamel Salt Cellar - Russia - C. 1970
Located in Chatham, ON
HOMMET - Vintage silver plate and cloisonné enamel salt cellar with removable glass liner - featuring colorful berries and foliage to the perimeter of the frame - signed on the metal...
Silver Plate, Enamel
$1,680Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 10.63 in Dm 12.21 in
Ceramic Crackle Gazle Tureen with Lid and Plate, 19th Century
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
Add a touch of timeless French charm to your table with this exquisite antique soup tureen and matching underplate. Crafted from glazed ceramic with a rich cream-colored crackle glaz...
Ceramic, Faience
19th Century English Derby Porcelain Tureen with Lid
By Derby
Located in Atlanta, GA
19th Century English Derby Porcelain Tureen with lid.
Porcelain
$1,020
H 7.88 in W 19.1 in D 13.39 in
19th Century Faience Soup Tureen with Lid & Platter, Hand-Painted
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
This stunning antique French soup tureen is a true masterpiece of 19th-century faience craftsmanship. Complete with its original lid and underplate, the set is richly adorned with ha...
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica, Paint
19th Century Choisy-Le-Roi Faience Tureen With Lid
Located in Charlottesville, VA
Large French faience tureen from Choisy-le-Roi, late 19th century. The classic white glaze highlights the graceful footed form and domed lid, while the shell-motif handles provide sc...
Faience
$180
H 6 in W 5.13 in D 2.63 in
Double Table Salt Cellar Silver Plated Metal With 2 Glasses, Antique Sweden
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A gorgeous silver-plated open salt cellar or spice pot, dating from the 1920s or possibly earlier. This charming table accessory features a delicately formed silver-plated stand hold...
Metal, Silver Plate
Louis Philippe French Silver Plated Opaline Glass Bowl Centerpiece
Located in Prato, Tuscany
We kindly suggest you read the whole description, because with it we try to give you detailed technical and historical information to guarantee the authenticity of our objects. Elega...
Silver Plate