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Louis Philippe Armchairs

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
A 19th Century French Provincial Armchairs Louis-Philippe Period, Bordeaux
A 19th Century French Provincial Armchairs Louis-Philippe Period, Bordeaux

A 19th Century French Provincial Armchairs Louis-Philippe Period, Bordeaux

Located in London, GB

A 19th-century French provincial armchair of compact and well-judged proportions, offering a comfortable scale suited to both traditional and relaxed interior settings. Originating ...

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1840s French Antique Louis Philippe Armchairs

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Fabric, Burlap, Linen, Upholstery, Beech, Coconut, Down, Feathers

Pair of 19th Century French Provincial Armchairs Louis-Philippe Period, Bordeaux
Pair of 19th Century French Provincial Armchairs Louis-Philippe Period, Bordeaux

Pair of 19th Century French Provincial Armchairs Louis-Philippe Period, Bordeaux

Located in London, GB

A pair of 19th-century French provincial armchairs of compact and well-judged proportions, offering a comfortable scale suited to both traditional and relaxed interior settings. Ori...

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1840s French Antique Louis Philippe Armchairs

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Fabric, Burlap, Linen, Upholstery, Beech, Coconut, Down, Feathers

Antique armchairs in the late 19th century, France.
Antique armchairs in the late 19th century, France.

Antique armchairs in the late 19th century, France.

Located in Chorzów, PL

A pair of armchairs from around 1880, France. The armchair set consists of a women's armchair (smaller) and a men's armchair (larger). Furniture in very good condition, professional...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Armchairs

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Walnut

19th Century Voltaire Walnut Armchair
19th Century Voltaire Walnut Armchair

19th Century Voltaire Walnut Armchair

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

This elegant Voltaire armchair features a solid walnut frame, beautifully carved with classic detailing. Its high, gently curved back and cushioned seat offer exceptional comfort, wh...

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19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Armchairs

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Walnut

Pair of French antiques armchairs in walnut and green fabric 19th century
Pair of French antiques armchairs in walnut and green fabric 19th century

Pair of French antiques armchairs in walnut and green fabric 19th century

Located in Nicolosi, IT

Pair of French antiques armchairs in walnut and green fabric 19th century These charming French armchairs date back to the early 19th century and represent a rare example of period ...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Armchairs

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Fabric, Walnut

19th Century of the Period Louis Philippe Antique Walnut Armchair
19th Century of the Period Louis Philippe Antique Walnut Armchair

19th Century of the Period Louis Philippe Antique Walnut Armchair

Located in Casale Monferrato, IT

Delightful small antique Italian armchair from the mid-19th century Louis Philippe period. Made of solid walnut wood with refined wood-carved decoration. Small size very comfortable ...

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1850s Italian Antique Louis Philippe Armchairs

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Walnut

Pair of Louis Philippe Cherry Wood Armchairs with Upholstered Seats
Pair of Louis Philippe Cherry Wood Armchairs with Upholstered Seats

Pair of Louis Philippe Cherry Wood Armchairs with Upholstered Seats

Located in Atlanta, GA

This elegant pair of Louis Philippe armchairs embodies the refined simplicity and balanced proportions of mid-19th century French design. Crafted in warm cherry wood, the frames disp...

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19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Armchairs

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Cherry

Pair of French Acanthus Foliage Gilt Upholstered Arm Chairs w/ Fluted Legs, 1810
Pair of French Acanthus Foliage Gilt Upholstered Arm Chairs w/ Fluted Legs, 1810

Pair of French Acanthus Foliage Gilt Upholstered Arm Chairs w/ Fluted Legs, 1810

Located in Charleston, SC

Pair of French acanthus foliage giltwood arm chairs with flanking upholstered striped silk backs and seats, central foliage cartouches, intertwined articulated foliage borders, flank...

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1810s French Antique Louis Philippe Armchairs

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Silk, Upholstery, Wood, Giltwood

Solid Antique 19th Century Armchair in Louis Philippe Style
Solid Antique 19th Century Armchair in Louis Philippe Style

Solid Antique 19th Century Armchair in Louis Philippe Style

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Office chair in walnut from the second half of the 19th century.

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1850s French Antique Louis Philippe Armchairs

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Walnut

Antique French Louis Philippe Style Walnut Armchairs W/ Yellow Velvet - A Pair
Antique French Louis Philippe Style Walnut Armchairs W/ Yellow Velvet - A Pair

Antique French Louis Philippe Style Walnut Armchairs W/ Yellow Velvet - A Pair

Located in Astoria, NY

An elegant pair of late 19th-century French armchairs made in Louis Philippe style, sourced from Provence, France. These beautifully hand-carved chairs are made from solid walnut, sh...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Armchairs

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Velvet, Walnut

Pair of 19th Century French Louis Philippe Carved Painted Upholstered Armchairs
Pair of 19th Century French Louis Philippe Carved Painted Upholstered Armchairs

Pair of 19th Century French Louis Philippe Carved Painted Upholstered Armchairs

Located in Dallas, TX

This elegant pair of antique armchairs was created in France, circa 1880. The large fauteuils with tall and rolled back, stand on turned front legs decorated with square medallions a...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood, Paint

Louis Philippe style armchair, France, circa 1900.
Louis Philippe style armchair, France, circa 1900.

Louis Philippe style armchair, France, circa 1900.

Located in Chorzów, PL

Louis Philippe style armchair, France, circa 1900. Very good condition, the upholstery can be replaced for an additional fee. Wood: walnut dimensions: height 70 cm, seat height 40...

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Early 20th Century French Louis Philippe Armchairs

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Walnut

19th Century Louis Philippe Armchair, Set of Two
19th Century Louis Philippe Armchair, Set of Two

19th Century Louis Philippe Armchair, Set of Two

Located in Darmstadt, DE

The two armchairs are in a very good condition and re-upholstered. The chairs are made of solid nutwood and from the time of Louis Philippe.

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Armchairs

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Nutwood

19th Century French Invalid's Mechanical Chair
19th Century French Invalid's Mechanical Chair

19th Century French Invalid's Mechanical Chair

Located in Hudson, NY

This fine chair made during the reign of Louis Philippe circa 1870 was created from mahogany, bronze and steel. Designed to be a marvel of engineering this chair was a costly and sty...

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19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Armchairs

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Bronze, Steel

Louis Philippe Mahogany Armchair with Carved Swan Arms
Louis Philippe Mahogany Armchair with Carved Swan Arms

Louis Philippe Mahogany Armchair with Carved Swan Arms

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

Louis Philippe mahogany armchair, circa 1840. With a scrolled crest rail, upholstered back and seat, swan carved and scrolled arm supports, reeded baluster form front legs. This chai...

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1840s Antique Louis Philippe Armchairs

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Upholstery, Mahogany

Mid 19th Century Italian Louis Philippe Pair of Antique Reclining Armchairs
Mid 19th Century Italian Louis Philippe Pair of Antique Reclining Armchairs

Mid 19th Century Italian Louis Philippe Pair of Antique Reclining Armchairs

Located in Casale Monferrato, IT

We present this splendid pair of antique Italian upholstered armchairs, made in the mid-19th century during the Louis Philippe period. The structure is made of fine walnut wood while...

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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Louis Philippe Armchairs

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Walnut

French Louis Philippe period walnut arm chair with paired footstool, c. 1850's
French Louis Philippe period walnut arm chair with paired footstool, c. 1850's

French Louis Philippe period walnut arm chair with paired footstool, c. 1850's

Located in Kenilworth, IL

Louis Philippe Period walnut fauteuil, upholstered in silk brocade in the Louis XVl taste. Beautifully proportioned and carved with its cabriole legs terminating in their original castor feet. Accompanied by a paired footstool...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Armchairs

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Brass

French Louis Philippe Style Yellow and Walnut Armchair, Late 19th Century
French Louis Philippe Style Yellow and Walnut Armchair, Late 19th Century

French Louis Philippe Style Yellow and Walnut Armchair, Late 19th Century

Located in Barntrup, DE

A large French Louis Philippe style armchair from the late 19th century is made of walnut wood, with an upholstered seat, armrests, and a backrest. The front legs of the armchair are cabriole on wheels. Carved flowers on the woodwork of the backrest. This beautiful antique armchair...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Armchairs

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Fabric, Walnut, Upholstery, Seagrass

Swedish Maple & Upholstered Swivel Barber’s Armchair, mid 19th century
Swedish Maple & Upholstered Swivel Barber’s Armchair, mid 19th century

Swedish Maple & Upholstered Swivel Barber’s Armchair, mid 19th century

Located in Atlanta, GA

Having an open backrest with a urn-shaped splat, the top of the backrest with a folding headrest, the curved armrests above a circular seat, the upper section swiveling atop cabriole...

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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Louis Philippe Armchairs

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Fruitwood, Maple

19th Century Louis Philippe French Country Armchair
19th Century Louis Philippe French Country Armchair

19th Century Louis Philippe French Country Armchair

Located in Winter Park, FL

A 19th century Louis Philippe style French Country fauteuil, or armchair, with solid beech wood frame and woven rush seat. Comfortable seating with large scrolled arms. Sturdy, good ...

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19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Armchairs

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Beech

Mid 19th Century Italian Louis Philippe Antique Armchair
Mid 19th Century Italian Louis Philippe Antique Armchair

Mid 19th Century Italian Louis Philippe Antique Armchair

Located in Casale Monferrato, IT

We offer you this antique armchair dating back to the mid-19th century during the Louis Louis period. The armchair is characterized by a solid walnut structure, comfortable backrest...

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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Louis Philippe Armchairs

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Walnut

19th century Pair of Louis Philippe Period Walnut Armchairs
19th century Pair of Louis Philippe Period Walnut Armchairs

19th century Pair of Louis Philippe Period Walnut Armchairs

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

This exquisite pair of armchairs from the Louis-Philippe period is crafted from rich walnut, exemplifying the elegance of mid-nineteenth-century design. The chairs feature gracefully...

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19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Armchairs

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Walnut

Italian Walnut High Back Armchair
Italian Walnut High Back Armchair

Italian Walnut High Back Armchair

Located in Atlanta, GA

This elegant early 20th-century Italian armchair, often referred to as a Voltaire chair, showcases the style of Louis Philippe and the refined restraint characteristic of constructio...

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Early 20th Century Italian Louis Philippe Armchairs

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Brass

A pair of antique armchairs, Northern Europe, around 1890.
A pair of antique armchairs, Northern Europe, around 1890.

A pair of antique armchairs, Northern Europe, around 1890.

Located in Chorzów, PL

Antique armchairs from the late 19th century. Furniture in very good condition, after professional renovation. The seats were covered with a new fabric. Dimensions: height 83 cm / ...

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1890s Scandinavian Antique Louis Philippe Armchairs

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Velvet, Oak

One Mahogany French Louis Phillipe Desk or Living Room Armchair
One Mahogany French Louis Phillipe Desk or Living Room Armchair

One Mahogany French Louis Phillipe Desk or Living Room Armchair

Located in Miami, FL

Elegant and great design, comfortable armchair in mahogany. Louis Phillipe period of time, recently upholstery in a yellow silk fabric. Perfect for a desk armchair or side living r...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Armchairs

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Mahogany

20th Black French Seating Set Sofa and Two Armchairs in the Louis Seize Style
20th Black French Seating Set Sofa and Two Armchairs in the Louis Seize Style

20th Black French Seating Set Sofa and Two Armchairs in the Louis Seize Style

Located in Miami, FL

Seating furniture suite and two armchairs in the Louis Seize style in ebonized black Solid beechwood, carved and polished. Straight backrest frame. Frame with relief carved frame. T...

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Early 20th Century French Louis Philippe Armchairs

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Wood

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

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 Armchairs

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Wood, Upholstery

A pair of wing chairs, France, circa 1920.
A pair of wing chairs, France, circa 1920.

A pair of wing chairs, France, circa 1920.

Located in Chorzów, PL

Pair of wingback chairs, France, circa 1920. Very good condition, after professional renovation. The chairs have been covered with new fabric. Wood: walnut Dimensions: height 102 ...

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Early 20th Century French Louis Philippe Armchairs

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Fabric, Walnut

Mahogany Armchair in the Louis Philippe Style, Early 19th Century
Mahogany Armchair in the Louis Philippe Style, Early 19th Century

Mahogany Armchair in the Louis Philippe Style, Early 19th Century

Located in Opole, PL

Mahogany Armchair in the Louis Philippe Style, Early 19th Century This magnificent 19th-century armchair in the Louis Philippe style exudes timeless elegance and sophistication. The...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Armchairs

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Upholstery, Mahogany

Pair of Armchairs in Black Lacquer Wood, Mid-18th Century
Pair of Armchairs in Black Lacquer Wood, Mid-18th Century

Pair of Armchairs in Black Lacquer Wood, Mid-18th Century

Located in bari, IT

Powerful pair of armchairs, with a small ottoman, from the mid-19th century in black lacquer and pure gold worked in agate stone, precious Venetian manufacture. Ottoman pouf size is...

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1840s Italian Antique Louis Philippe Armchairs

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Wood

Pair of Louis-Philippe Armchairs
Pair of Louis-Philippe Armchairs

Pair of Louis-Philippe Armchairs

Located in New York, NY

This comfortable, superbly carved pair of Louis-Philippe armchairs is unusual in having been made of rosewood, an exotic timber that was rare in France at the 1840s. It is now upholstered in grey felt with black gimp. The chairs come from the estate of the international socialite KK Auchincloss. Born Boston in the 1940s, she moved to Manhattan where she launched a clothing line, designed jewelry for Tiffany, and said yes to a marriage proposal from “Shipwreck” Kelly, the legendary football hero. She would say yes again to Peter Larkin, an heir to the 825,000 acre King Ranch...

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1840s French Antique Louis Philippe Armchairs

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Rosewood

Louis Philippe Walnut Armchair, circa 1850
Louis Philippe Walnut Armchair, circa 1850

Louis Philippe Walnut Armchair, circa 1850

Located in Opole, PL

We present you a neat walnut armchair with a softly spring seat and a backrest in the shape of a medallion. The whole is dated the mid-19th century. The bent legs, apron, and the b...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Armchairs

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Upholstery, Walnut

20th Century Biedermeier Armchair Louis Philippe, circa 1855
20th Century Biedermeier Armchair Louis Philippe, circa 1855

20th Century Biedermeier Armchair Louis Philippe, circa 1855

Located in Berlin, DE

Solid mahogany body. Richly carved and curly. Classic upholstery upholstered in a blue, embroidered fabric. (B-147).  

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1860s German Antique Louis Philippe Armchairs

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Mahogany

Poltrona a dondolo Luigi Filippo in noce, '800
Poltrona a dondolo Luigi Filippo in noce, '800

Poltrona a dondolo Luigi Filippo in noce, '800

Located in Catania, IT

Poltrona a dondolo in noce Luigi Filippo, epoca 1870-1880. In buone condizioni.

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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Louis Philippe Armchairs

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Wood, Walnut

Louis Philippe armchairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Louis Philippe armchairs 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 armchairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with bronze, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Louis Philippe armchairs made in a specific country, there are Europe, and France 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 armchairs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $6,500 and tops out at $6,500 while the average work can sell for $6,500.