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Louis XVI Sheffield and Silverplate

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.

Find a collection of antique Louis XVI seating, tables, cabinets and other furniture on 1stDibs.

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Style: Louis XVI
19th Century French Louis XVI Silvered Bronze and Mirrored "Surtout de Table"
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a dining table with this elegant antique "Surtout de Table". Crafted in France circa 1860, and rectangular in shape with rounded ends, the large tray stands on four small ho...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Antique French Louis XVI Style Silverplate Mirrored Plateau or Tray
Located in Houston, TX
Antique French Louis XVI style silverplate mirrored plateau or tray. This stunning French silver plate tray would look great on a cocktail tab...
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1920s French Vintage Louis XVI Sheffield and Silverplate

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Set of 36 French Antique Dessert Forks & Knives, Oyster Fork Set Gold Ferrules
Located in Miami, FL
This exquisite set of 36 French gold-plated oyster forks, dessert forks, and knives is a stunning example of fine craftsmanship. Each piece features elegant mother-of-pearl handles, ...
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1890s French Antique Louis XVI Sheffield and Silverplate

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Gold Plate

Set of 12 Ercuis Oyster Forks in Original Presentation Case
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A delightful set of 12 matching vintage silver-plated oyster forks made by renowned French silversmiths Ercuis (founded in 1867) and presented in their original case. Crafted in a Lo...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

French Empire Gilt Silver Epergne, c1805
Located in valatie, NY
This beautiful French early 19th century gilt sterling silver epergne is decorated with classical female figures, cherubs, dragon flies, and Egyptian heads, it stands on hoofed feet....
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Christofle Silver Plated Antique Styled Knife Rests Set of Six
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This set of six silver plated knife rests were made by Christofle of France in approximately 1960 in an antique style. The knife rests have nicely decorated serpentine side panels wi...
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Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Sheffield and Silverplate

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19th Century French Louis XVI Silver Plated Tray with Repousse Decor and Handles
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant antique tray was created in France, circa 1880. The silver plated serving piece has two side handles decorated with foliage, and features scroll decor with repousse moti...
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Louis Xvi sheffield and silverplate for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Louis XVI sheffield and silverplate for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Late 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage sheffield and silverplate 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 sheffield and silverplate made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and England pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original sheffield and silverplate, popular names associated with this style include and Christofle. 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 sheffield and silverplate differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $899 and tops out at $6,600 while the average work can sell for $2,400.

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