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Louis Philippe Children's Furniture

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.

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Style: Louis Philippe
19th Century Cradle Baby Cot in Walnut sanitized and wax polished
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Original cradle in solid walnut of the late 19th century, with saber legs and removable upper flanks. Restored and wax polished Measure cm: H 84 x W 101 x D 50.  
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Louis Philippe Children's Furniture

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Walnut

19th Century Cradle Baby Cot in Walnut sanitized and wax polished
19th Century Cradle Baby Cot in Walnut sanitized and wax polished

19th Century Cradle Baby Cot in Walnut sanitized and wax polished

French Petite Wooden Louis-Philippe Style Upholstered Child’s Armchair
Located in Atlanta, GA
A petite wooden child’s chair in the Louis-Philippe style from the 19th century. This petite 19th century French wooden Louis-Philippe style child’s armchair is covered on the backre...
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19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Children's Furniture

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Wood, Upholstery

French Petite Wooden Louis-Philippe Style Upholstered Child’s Armchair
French Petite Wooden Louis-Philippe Style Upholstered Child’s Armchair

French Petite Wooden Louis-Philippe Style Upholstered Child’s Armchair

19th C. French Louis Philippe Carved Walnut and Cane High Chair with Footrest
Located in Dallas, TX
Add charm and multi-functional appeal to your collection with this elegant antique French baby toddler high chair mounted on an integrated table base. Crafted in France circa 1870, t...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Children's Furniture

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Cane, Walnut

19th C. French Louis Philippe Carved Walnut and Cane High Chair with Footrest
19th C. French Louis Philippe Carved Walnut and Cane High Chair with Footrest

19th C. French Louis Philippe Carved Walnut and Cane High Chair with Footrest

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Louis Philippe children's furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Louis Philippe children's furniture for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 19th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage children's furniture created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include more furniture and collectibles, case pieces and storage cabinets, seating and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, bentwood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Louis Philippe children's furniture made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Austria pieces for sale on 1stDibs. 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 children's furniture differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $862 and tops out at $2,900 while the average work can sell for $2,375.

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