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Louis Philippe Lighting

LOUIS PHILIPPE STYLE

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.

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Style: Louis Philippe
Pair of French Foliage Gilt Bronze and Crystal Two Arm Wall Sconces, Circa 1870
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of French foliage gilt bronze and crystal two arm wall sconces. Late 19th century.
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1870s French Antique Louis Philippe Lighting

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Crystal, Bronze

1840s Louis Philippe Style French Gasolier
Located in Charleston, SC
This mid-19th century French gasolier has exquisite detail. Each arm has a single gas valve. Chandelier is doré bronze and patinated. Chandelier has been rewired and electrified. ...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Lighting

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Bronze

Pair of French Oval Acid Etched Gilt Bronze Mirrored Wall Sconces, Circa 1840
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of French floral acid etched oval mirrored wall sconces with two flanking gilt bronze scrolled serpent arms, centered decorative filigree, and upholstered backs, Mid-19th centur...
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1840s French Antique Louis Philippe Lighting

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Bronze

French Brass Shell and Foliage Hanging Glass Hall Lantern, Circa 1830
Located in Charleston, SC
French brass square hanging hall lantern with vented circular dome, upper molded and beaded edge shell border, paneled hinged glass doors, lower molded and beaded edge shell border, ...
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1830s French Antique Louis Philippe Lighting

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Brass

French Gilt Bronze & Amethyst Crystal Five Arm Chandelier, Orig Candles, C 1850
Located in Charleston, SC
French gilt bronze and crystal five light chandelier with scrolled arms and floral bobeches, intertwined bead work, and amethyst leaf prisms. Originally candle powered and has been ...
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1850s French Antique Louis Philippe Lighting

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Crystal, Bronze

French Gilt Bronze and Crystal Floral Chandelier, Circa 1850
Located in Charleston, SC
French gilt bronze and crystal six-light chandelier with scrolled arms and decorative floral motif. Originally candle powered and has been electrified. Mid-19th Century.
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1850s French Antique Louis Philippe Lighting

French Gilt Bronze and Crystal Sphere Chandelier. Originally Candles. C. 1840
Located in Charleston, SC
French gilt bronze and crystal six light chandelier with faceted crystal spheres, interior fluted column, and terminating with lower cut crystal ball. Originally candle powered and ...
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1840s French Antique Louis Philippe Lighting

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Crystal, Bronze

Antique Chandelier. Louis Philippe Style chandelier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Superb gilt bronze and crystal Louis Philippe style chandelier featuring four illuminated crystal pyramids and hand-cut crystal pendalogues, exquisite detail in the bronze frame.
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19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Lighting

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Crystal, Ormolu

Pair of Candleholders in Crystal, Louis-Philippe Period
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of candleholders in crystal. Molded shaft and circular base. Work realized at the Louis Philippe Ier period (1830-1848).   
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Early 19th Century European Antique Louis Philippe Lighting

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Crystal

Louis Philippe Period Bronze and Marble Floor Lamp
Located in Toledo, OH
Stunning Louis Philippe period antique French Empire style black fluted column floor lamp with stepped base, bronze accents, and acorn finial. Unique 3-socket style with individual p...
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Late 19th Century Antique Louis Philippe Lighting

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Marble, Bronze

French 19th Century Louis Philippe Period Patinated Bronze and Ormolu Lamp
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A striking French 19th century Louis Philippe period patinated bronze and ormolu bouillotte lamp. The four arm lamp is raised by an elegant circular pati...
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19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Lighting

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Bronze, Ormolu

Louis Philippe Gilded and Patinated Bronze Lamp Base with Carrara Marble
Located in Ljungby, SE
A lamp base in gilded and patinated bronze from the Louis Philippe period. The sculpture depicts a putto holding a basket above its head, standing on a half-column that is richly dec...
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Early 19th Century European Antique Louis Philippe Lighting

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Carrara Marble, Bronze

Louis Philippe table lamp, Paris porcelain style circa 1850
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Louis Philippe table lamp, Paris porcelain style circa 1850 ceramic height alone: 30 cm
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Lighting

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Porcelain

Fine 19th Century French Patinated and Gilt Bronze Floor Lamp
Located in Dallas, TX
A fine patinated and gilt bronze floor lamp with patinated cherubs playing instruments. Custom wired and shaded.
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Lighting

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Bronze

19th Century Cut Crystal Brass Trimmed Baccarat Style Lamp
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A late 19th C cut crystal oil lamp now electrified. Fortunately the wiring is external so there is no damage to the original lamp. The crystal and bra...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Lighting

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Crystal, Brass

Fine 19th Century Marble and Gilt Bronze Fine Tripod Large Lamp
Located in Dallas, TX
A fine 19th century marble and gilt bronze large tripod lamp. Bronze dore mythological face and snake details.
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Lighting

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Marble, Bronze

Outstanding French Ormolu Lamp
Located in Swadlincote, GB
Top quality French white mottled glass and gilt ormolu mounted table lamp, in excellent condition, rewired and ready for use. 24" high 6" square 32" with shade You are welcome to ...
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20th Century French Louis Philippe Lighting

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Ormolu

Antique Chandelier, Louis Philippe Style
Located in Atlanta, GA
Superb Louis Philippe style gilt bronze and crystal chandelier, a rare find! Eight lights. CW4610
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Early 1900s French Antique Louis Philippe Lighting

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Crystal, Bronze

Very Fine Louis Phillipe Style Chandelier
Located in Atlanta, GA
A very fine Louis Phillipe style chandelier having a bronze frame with hand cut crystal pendalogues along with chains of beads. France, circa 1900.
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Early 1900s French Antique Louis Philippe Lighting

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Crystal, Bronze

Pair of French Mid-19th Century Louis Philip Style Sconces
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A most impressive and grand scale pair of French mid 19th century Louis Phillippe st. ormolu sconces. Each sconce has eight arms and a top crystal dagger...
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19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Lighting

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Ormolu

French Louis Philippe Six-Light Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Louis Philippe style six-light chandelier. Bronze construction. Later conversion to electricity. Hangs slightly tilted. Exposed wires wrapped in black electrical tape. Not examined o...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Lighting

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Bronze

Pair of French 19th Century Louis Philippe St. Seven-Arm Ormolu Sconce
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning pair of French 19th century Louis Philippe St. seven-arm ormolu sconces. Each sconce displays a most decorative reeded back plate and an elegant scrolled support, in the s...
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19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Lighting

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Ormolu

Pair Of French 19th Century Louis Philippe Period Crystal Candlestick Lamps
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning and most decorative pair of French 19th century Louis Philippe period Patinated Bronze, Ormolu and Crystal candlestick lamps. Each candlestick mounted into a lamp is raise...
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19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Lighting

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Crystal, Bronze, Ormolu

Louis Philippe lighting for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Louis Philippe lighting 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 lighting created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include lighting, decorative objects, mirrors and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, bronze and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Louis Philippe lighting made in a specific country, there are Europe, and France pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original lighting, popular names associated with this style include Baccarat, Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres, and Warren Kessler. 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 lighting differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $647 and tops out at $59,800 while the average work can sell for $9,500.

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