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.
Find a collection of antique Louis Philippe seating, dining tables, bedroom furniture and other items on 1stDibs.
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Burl Walnut Marble Top Commode
Located in Carmine, TX
A handsome French 19th-century Louis Philippe commode, crafted with richly figured burl walnut veneer throughout the façade. The exceptional burl displays dramatic natural movement a...
Marble, Bronze
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Bleached Walnut Commode
Located in Carmine, TX
Elegant French 19th-century Louis Philippe commode crafted in richly figured walnut, featuring four spacious drawers with brass escutcheons and a beautifully bleached natural finish....
Bronze
Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Period Gilt Wood Mirror
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This nineteenth century Louis Philippe period gilt wood mirror features a pillow frame detailed with a subtle incised striped pattern and an inner border of fine beading. Its origina...
Mirror, Giltwood
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Burl Walnut Marble Top Commode
Located in Carmine, TX
Elegant French commode dating to the 19th century, crafted in richly figured walnut with beautifully matched, highly expressive grain across the three-drawer façade. The commode is t...
Marble
Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Period Book Matched Walnut Chest, Marble
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This quintessential Louis Philippe period commode or chest of drawers displays the exemplary craftsmanship of the nineteenth century with a facade of book matched walnut and solid wa...
Marble, Brass
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Bleached Solid Walnut Two Door Buffet
Located in Carmine, TX
This charming French 19th century provincial buffet is crafted in beautifully aged solid walnut, showcasing the warm natural character, pronounced grain, and rustic patina that make ...
Bronze
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Bleached Solid Walnut Commode
Located in Carmine, TX
Elegant French 19th-century Louis Philippe solid walnut commode, featuring a restrained and beautifully proportioned architectural form with three large graduated drawers. The commod...
Bronze
Large Louis Philippe Silver Gilt Mirror, circa 1860
Located in Troy, MI
Found in France, this tall Louis Philippe mirror dates from the 1860s. The silver gilt frame is 54.5” tall and is subtly etched with a leafy vine border. Not sure if the mirror glass...
Mirror, Hardwood, Giltwood
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Burl Walnut Marble Top Commode
Located in Carmine, TX
A handsome 19th-century French Louis Philippe commode, featuring richly figured burl walnut veneer, four spacious drawers, and elegant brass escutcheons. The warm, highly decorative ...
Marble, Bronze
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Bleached Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in Carmine, TX
A beautiful French Louis Philippe commode from the 19th century, crafted in solid walnut with stunning book-matched walnut veneer drawer fronts. The soft bleached finish highlights t...
Bronze
Large 19th Century Louis Philippe Gold Leaf Mirror with Flowers
Located in Troy, MI
Found in France, this gold leaf Louis Philippe mirror dates from the 1860s. This mirror features the classic Louis Philippe arched frame with gesso flowers and leaves sculpted in rel...
Mirror, Hardwood, Giltwood
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Marble Top Bleached Walnut Commode
Located in Carmine, TX
Elegant 19th-century French Louis Philippe commode crafted in richly figured walnut veneer with striking bookmatched grain. Features three spacious dovetailed drawers with classic br...
Marble, Bronze
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Gilt Wood Wall Mirror
Located in Carmine, TX
This elegant 19th-century Louis Philippe gilt wood mirror showcases the timeless simplicity and refined craftsmanship of the Louis Philippe period. Its richly carved gilt wood frame ...
Mirror, Giltwood
French Restauration Bench Seat Wood Sofa Banquette Fabric of Your Choise 19th C
Located in Labrit, Landes
Antique French Restoration-Period Chaise Longue on wheels, 19th Century Louis Philippe Period, France circa 1840 An elegant French chaise longue dating from the Restoration period, ...
Upholstery, Wood
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Bleached Solid Walnut Marble Top Commode
Located in Carmine, TX
Elegant French 19th-century Louis Philippe commode, crafted from solid walnut and professionally bleached to highlight the beautiful natural grain and warm, light-toned character of ...
Marble, Bronze
19th Century Burl Walnut Commode from France
Located in High Point, NC
19th century burl walnut commode from France. This is a lovely piece. The top is made from beautifully grained walnut, with slight shrinkage on the left side of the top surface f...
Walnut, Burl
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Bleached Walnut Two Door Buffet
Located in Carmine, TX
Crafted in solid walnut and finished in a soft bleached patina, this elegant French 19th-century Louis Philippe buffet features clean lines, two recessed paneled doors, and understat...
Walnut
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Solid Walnut Two Door Buffet
Located in Carmine, TX
Crafted in France during the 19th century, this elegant Louis Philippe buffet features richly figured walnut with a warm, hand-polished patina. Its clean lines, molded panel doors, t...
Walnut
L. & J. G. Stickley French Empire Cherry Wood Queen Size Sleigh Bed
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding French Empire or Louis Philippe style queen size sleigh bed By L. & J.G. Stickley USA, Early 21st Century Gorgeous book-matched cherry wood. Measures: 64"W x 94"D...
Cherry
Late 19th Century French Louis Philippe Style Walnut Nightstand with Marble Top
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This late nineteenth century French Louis Philippe style nightstand or side table is constructed of solid walnut and features a Saint Anne marble top. Its single door is of book matc...
Marble
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Bleached Flame Mahogany Marble Top Commode
Located in Carmine, TX
Elegant French 19th-century Louis Philippe commode featuring beautifully figured flame mahogany, a striking dark marble top, and three spacious drawers. The sculptural curved details...
Marble, Bronze
Late 19th Century French Louis Philippe Walnut and Marble Nightstand, Side Table
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This late nineteenth century French Louis Philippe style nightstand or side table is constructed of solid walnut and features a Saint Anne marble top. Its single door is of book matc...
Marble, Brass
French Louis Philippe Giltwood Mirror with Subtle Carved Crest, circa 1870
Located in Casteren, NL
An elegant French Louis Philippe mirror dating from the second half of the 19th century, distinguished by its generous width, softly rounded upper corners and particularly refined ca...
Gold Leaf
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Marble Top Bleached Commode
Located in Carmine, TX
This elegant French 19th century Louis Philippe commode is crafted from beautifully bleached wood and topped with its original marble. Featuring three spacious drawers with striking ...
Marble, Bronze
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Walnut Chest of Drawers / Commode
Located in Carmine, TX
Elegant 19th-century French Louis Philippe walnut commode featuring beautifully figured bookmatched walnut veneer with a rich, warm patina. This classic three-drawer chest showcases ...
Bronze
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Bleached Burl Walnut Commode
Located in Carmine, TX
Elegant French 19th-century Louis Philippe commode crafted in richly figured burl walnut, featuring four drawers with bookmatched grain, original-style brass pulls, molded trim, and ...
Bronze
$3,785Sale Price|20% Off
19th Century Louis Philippe Solid Walnut Antique Small Wardrobe
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
We present this spectacular antique solid walnut wardrobe, made in the mid-19th century in Italy, during the Louis-Philippe period. This wardrobe is extremely rare due to its compac...
Walnut
Antique French Louis Philippe Mirror with Richly Carved Crest, France circa 1850
Located in Casteren, NL
This elegant antique French Louis Philippe mirror, crafted around 1850, is distinguished by its refined proportions and richly ornamented crest. The frame is water-gilded with gold l...
Gold Leaf
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Solid Walnut Two Door Buffet
Located in Carmine, TX
This handsome 19th century Louis Philippe two-door buffet is crafted from solid walnut and showcases the understated elegance of the Louis Philippe period. Featuring two paneled door...
Walnut
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Solid Walnut Chest of Drawers / Commode
Located in Carmine, TX
Elegant 19th-century French Louis Philippe walnut commode featuring striking bookmatched walnut veneer with rich grain patterns. This classic four-drawer chest showcases clean lines,...
Bronze
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Burl Walnut Commode
Located in Carmine, TX
Elegant French 19th-century Louis Philippe commode crafted in richly figured burl walnut. Features a warm natural finish, four spacious drawers, and classic clean-lined Louis Philipp...
Bronze
French 19th Century Petite Mahogany Louis Philippe Armoire
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A modest yet spacious, 19th century French Louis Philippe style armoire handcrafted of mahogany with bookmatched doors that are fascinating from every perspective. Flamed grain draws...
Mahogany
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Walnut Marble Top Chest of Drawers / Commode
Located in Carmine, TX
Beautiful 19th-century French Louis Philippe walnut commode featuring rich walnut veneer with dramatic bookmatched grain and a handsome gray marble top. Its clean, elegant lines and ...
Marble, Bronze
Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Period Burl Walnut Chest, Commode, Marble
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This quintessential Louis Philippe period commode or chest of drawers displays the exemplary craftsmanship of the nineteenth century with a facade of book matched burl walnut and sol...
Marble, Brass
Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Walnut Burl Marble Top Commode Chest
Located in Dayton, OH
A French Louis Philippe Walnut Commode, c. 1840s. Features a rectangular form made from walnut with book matched veneer burled drawer fronts and Saint Anne Des Pyrenees Marble top. ...
Marble
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Burl Walnut Marble Top Chest of Drawers
Located in Carmine, TX
An elegant 19th-century French Louis Philippe commode crafted in walnut with stunning book-matched burl walnut veneers and its original marble top. Featuring four spacious drawers wi...
Marble, Bronze
19th Century France Rich Mahogany Flame Mahogany Buffet
Located in High Point, NC
Flame mahogany buffet in Rich Mahogany. Finished in rich mahogany, this flame mahogany buffet is distinguished by two doors with dramatic flame-grain veneer, bracket feet, reflecting...
Mahogany
Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Walnut Commode with Gray Marble Top
Located in Astoria, NY
Sourced in Provence, France, this mid-19th century Louis Philippe commode is veneered in richly figured walnut and retains its original gray marble top with rounded front corners. Th...
Marble
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Silver Gilt Mirror
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A French 19th century Louis Philippe mirror in an arched, silver gilt frame enhanced by dark oxidation and craquelure texture. Etched into the frame is an elegant, scrolling floral m...
Silver
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Flame Mahogany Marble Top Commode
Located in Carmine, TX
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Commode, crafted in richly figured mahogany with striking bookmatched grain. Features four spacious drawers, elegant brass escutcheons and pulls, r...
Marble, Bronze
Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Period Gilt Wood Wall Mirror 55 H X 39 W
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This nineteenth century Louis Philippe period gilt wood mirror features a pillow frame detailed with a subtle incised lattice pattern and an inner border of fine beading. Its origina...
Mirror, Giltwood
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Bleached Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in Carmine, TX
This 19th-century Louis Philippe commode is crafted from beautifully figured bleached walnut, showcasing striking burl walnut veneers with rich natural grain patterns across the draw...
Bronze
French 19th Century Walnut Louis Philippe Enfilade
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
An immense 19th-century French Louis Philippe solid walnut enfilade. The top is made from four large walnut planks. Across its surface we can see the wooden dowels used in the cons...
Brass
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Solid Walnut Chest of Drawers / Commode
Located in Carmine, TX
A fine French Louis Philippe walnut commode featuring three spacious drawers with beautifully figured walnut veneers, hand-cut dovetail drawer construction, and a paneled back. The r...
Bronze
19th Century French Louis Philippe Mirror, Silvered and Gilt Frame, c.1880
Located in Casteren, NL
This antique French Louis Philippe mirror was made in France around 1880 and is a refined example of the understated elegance characteristic of the period. The frame features a sophi...
Silver Leaf
Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Period Walnut Buffet, Enfilade, Sideboard
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This French Louis Philippe period buffet from the nineteenth century is constructed of solid walnut. It features three drawers of dovetail construction. The outer two drawers are fit...
Walnut
French Louis Philippe Chest or Commode of Burr Walnut with Marble Top
Located in Austin, TX
A fine Louis Philippe console chest or commode from France, with rectangular figured marble top over a cabinet with a frieze of four drawers, each drawer with raised escutcheon, the ...
Stone, Marble
French 19th Century Pine and Glass Door Bibliotheque
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A capacious, 19th century French Louis Philippe style bibliothèque, handcrafted of pine with a row of four glass-front doors for displaying treasured books, heirlooms, and other coll...
Brass
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Solid Walnut Chest of Drawers / Commode
Located in Carmine, TX
- Elegant 19th-century Louis Philippe walnut commode featuring a rich, figured walnut veneer with warm natural tones and beautiful grain patterns. This classic French chest offers th...
Bronze
$2,937Sale Price|20% Off
19th Century Italian Louis Philippe Antique Desk in Solid Walnut Restored
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
We present this elegant Italian solid walnut desk dating back to the mid-19th century, during the Louis-Philippe period. Featuring simple lines and a lack of excessive ornamentation...
Walnut, Faux Leather
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Silver Gilt Mirror
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A French 19th century Louis Philippe mantel mirror with an understated, silver gilt frame enhanced by dark oxidation and craquelure texture. Etched into the frame is a fluted pattern...
Silver Leaf
Antique French Louis Philippe Burl Walnut Commode-Marble Top
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th Century French Louis Philippe burl walnut commode, a quintessential example of 19th-century French craftsmanship and timeless sophistication. This striking chest presents a mag...
Marble
French 19th Century Stripped Oak Bibliotheque
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A large 19th-century French oak bibliotheque in a stripped finish. The cornice juts out sharply from the top and is underlined with dentil molding. From here, four carved pilasters...
Oak, Paint
French 19th Century Louis-Philippe Commode
Located in Stockbridge, GA
This is a French Louis-Philippe Period Commode that has been refinished. It is a beautiful flamed walnut with 5 drawers and a Set-Anne marble top.
Marble
Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Period Book Matched Walnut Bookcase
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This nineteenth century French Louis Philippe period bookcase or vitrine features a solid walnut facade with simple, handsome lines and two doors inset with glass. A panel at the cro...
Glass, Walnut
19th Century Louis Philippe Solid Walnut Wood Antique Large Wardrobe, 4 Doors
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
We present this spectacular antique solid walnut wardrobe, made in the mid-19th century in Italy, during the Louis-Philippe period. This wardrobe is extremely rare due to its large ...
Walnut
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Bleached Burl Walnut Marble Top Commode
Located in Carmine, TX
Elegant French 19th-century Louis Philippe solid walnut commode, dating to approximately 1840–1860, featuring four generously proportioned drawers with beautifully figured walnut fro...
Marble, Bronze
Louis Philippe Giltwood Console Mirror, France Circa 1840
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
This elegant French giltwood mirror dates from the Louis Philippe period, circa 1840, and showcases the refined craftsmanship and understated sophistication characteristic of the fin...
Mercury Glass, Mirror, Giltwood
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Silver Gilt Mirror
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A French, 19th century Louis Philippe mirror in a thick, antiqued silver frame texturized by dark burnishing and craquelure. Etched into the molding is a rather naïve fluted pattern ...
Paint, Wood, Mirror, Glass
French 19th Century Gold Gilt Louis Philippe Mirror
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
An impressive Louis Philippe gold gilt mirror with signature arched corners at the top, crested with an ornate floral “crown” of baroque flamboyance. The molding is traced with a sub...
Gold