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Louis XV Benches

LOUIS XV STYLE

The style of 18th-century French furniture was guided by the court. When Louis XV, who reigned from 1715–74, focused royal life on the smaller salons of Versailles rather than its grand chambers, it transformed the aesthetics away from the imposing and angular furniture that characterized the style of Louis XIV. A broader focus on comfort and more delicate forms define antique Louis XV furniture, with nature-inspired carvings, wood inlays, curved cabriole legs, asymmetrical shapes and rounded oval seat backs. The furnishings changed throughout the king’s life, as he ascended to the throne as a child and then grew to establish his own tastes.

Pieces like the bergère, an upholstered armchair with a wide cushion that fit the flowing dresses in fashion at the time, reflected this more informal court. Introduced at the start of Louis XV’s reign, bergère chairs in this style were deeper and broader than other chairs of the period.

Louis XV tapestries and carpets tended to be floral and colorful, and design elements were borrowed from Asia. Dutch-born cabinetmaker Bernard van Risenburgh brought lacquer techniques influenced by Japan and China into his luxuriously made furniture. Along with its fine details, the furniture of the era also featured new innovations including mechanical devices. Jean François Oeben, a royal cabinetmaker, created such intricate pieces as a mechanical table for Madame de Pompadour, Louis XV’s mistress. It involved a sliding top and a writing surface that extended from its marquetry panels.

During the later years of Louis XV’s reign, there was a shift from the ostentatious rocaille style, part of the exuberantly decorative Rococo movement in Europe for which designers such as Nicolas Pineau and Juste-Aurèle Meissonier are known. The style under Louis XVI would return to boxier forms, but with a neoclassical touch inspired by the ancient world.

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Style: Louis XV
18th Century Italian Antique Louis XV Bench in Solid Walnut Wood
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
This exquisite 18th-century Italian antique bench captures the essence of the Louis XV period, showcasing the craftsmanship of Venetian cabinetmakers. Crafted from solid walnut, the ...
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18th Century Italian Antique Louis XV Benches

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Walnut

French large sofa bench sofa in carved painted wood - Louis XV style France
By Nicolas Heurtaut
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Magnificent sofa bench in painted and gilded rechampi wood, molded and sculpted with scrolls and stylized flowers. The sofa rests on eight curved arched legs with flower falls Armres...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Benches

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Upholstery, Velvet, Wood

Auffray Style Carved Walnut French Louis XV Window Boudoir Bench Stool
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This Auffray style carved walnut French Louis XV boudoir bench is an elegant example of refined craftsmanship and timeless Rococo-inspired design. Featuring a beautifully carved waln...
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1950s French Vintage Louis XV Benches

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Walnut

Louis XV Style Ebonized Curule Bench
Located in Astoria, NY
Louis XV Style Ebonized and Parcel Gilded Wood Curule Bench, with upholstered seat. 20" H x 24" W x 15.5" D. Provenance: From a New York City Collection.
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20th Century Louis XV Benches

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Wood

Vintage French Louis XV Bench
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on More Details below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing is from 1st Dibs and they normally set all the costs and h...
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1980s Vintage Louis XV Benches

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Cotton, Hardwood

Vintage French Louis XV Bench
Vintage French Louis XV Bench
$1,036 Sale Price
20% Off
French Louis XV Rococo Style Boudoir Dressing Bench
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition Original Vintage Condition, New Upholstery Recommended This French Louis XV Rococo style boudoir dressing bench features a beautifully carved walnut frame with scrolling ...
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1820s French Antique Louis XV Benches

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Upholstery, Walnut

Italian Louis XV Style Painted and Gilt Curved Bench, 19th Century
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian Louis XV Style Painted and Gilt Curved Bench, 19th Century An elegant Italian Louis XV style curved bench with beautifully carved cabriole legs joined by an undulating stret...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Louis XV Benches

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Linen, Wood, Paint

19th Century French Louis XV Carved Giltwood Upholstered Eight-Leg Bench
Located in Dallas, TX
Use this large elegantly carved bench for extra seating in a hallway, or at the end of a large king size bed. Crafted in southern France circa 1860, the antique giltwood bench featur...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Louis XV Benches

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Fabric, Giltwood

Antique French Louis XV Hall Bench Carved Oak Foyer Settee Lift Top Chest c1890
Located in Shreveport, LA
Antique French Louis XV Hall Bench Carved Oak Foyer Settee Lift Top Chest c1890. Direct from France, a SUPERB antique French carved oak hall bench, with a charming combination of Fr...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XV Benches

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Oak

Antique French Louis XV Style Custom Upholstered Carved And Gilt Vanity Bench
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Ca. 18th century. An ample antique French vanity bench carved and gilt overall with a ribbed openwork shaped back frame and a cluster of carved roses on the crest. The wide shaped se...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Louis XV Benches

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Fabric, Wood

Paint Decorated French Louis XV Style Window Bench or Coffee Table
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This Paint Decorated French Louis XV Style Window Bench or Coffee Table is a versatile and elegant piece that reflects the timeless charm of French decorative arts. Crafted with a be...
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1940s French Vintage Louis XV Benches

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Walnut

French 19th century Louis XV st. patinated and Giltwood bench/settee
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A charming and most elegant French 19th century Louis XV st. patinated and Giltwood bench/settee. This wonderful small scale settee is raised by four cabriole legs supported on folia...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Benches

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Cane, Wood, Giltwood

Antique French Louis XV Style Paint Decorated and Gilt Accent Bench C. 1920's
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions - H: 19 1/2 in W: 40 1/2 in D: 18 in Elevate your space with the refined elegance of this Antique French Louis XV Style Bench, dating to the 1920s. A beautiful example o...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Benches

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Upholstery, Wood

19th Century French Louis XV Style Giltwood Bench
Located in Houston, TX
19th century French Louis XV style giltwood bench. This stunning antique French gilt wood bench has excellent patina and has been profess...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XV Benches

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Giltwood

French Provincial Louis XV Carved Walnut Bench or Ottoman with Caning
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Elegant and versatile French Provincial Louis XV caned walnut bench or ottoman with turned and rolled arms, a carved and scalloped apron and curved, tapered cabriole legs ending in e...
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1920s French Vintage Louis XV Benches

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Cane, Walnut

Louis XIV Style French Large Bench Dark Oak from 1920s
Located in Miami, FL
This beautiful Louis XIV style French bench was made in solid patinated oak in the early 1920s. Fully restored and newly upholstered with a large wool colorful geometric, this large ...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Benches

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Oak

Pair of Louis XV Style Benches
Located in El Monte, CA
A lovely pair of Louis XV style giltwood upholstered benches that are meticulously handcrafted. Each bench features delicately carved elements of Rococo style including scrolling aca...
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21st Century and Contemporary Louis XV Benches

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Giltwood

Pair of French Walnut Leather Tufted Benches
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of French Louis XV style benches. The benches feature tufted leather seats in a rich brown coloration. The leather is secured with a row of decorative nailhead trim along the ...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Benches

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Leather, Walnut

Pair of French Walnut Leather Tufted Benches
Pair of French Walnut Leather Tufted Benches
$2,200 Sale Price / set
37% Off
French 19th century Louis XV st. patinated and Giltwood bench
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning and most elegant French 19th century Louis XV st. patinated and Giltwood bench. This exceptional bench is raised on five cabriole legs with scrolled feet and scallop shape...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Benches

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Giltwood

Louis XV Bench with Pickled Wood Finish
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Bench, having a crown seat with nailheads, on channelled frame with pickled finish, raised on cabriole legs with snail toes. Stock ID: D3577
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Mid-20th Century French Louis XV Benches

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Upholstery, Wood

French early 19th century Louis XV st. Walnut bench
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A handsome and high quality French early 19th century Louis XV st. Walnut bench. This attractive bench is raised by six foliate decorated cabriole legs supported on hoof feet. The s...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Louis XV Benches

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Fabric, Walnut

French 1930s Louis XV Style with Stylized Carved Stretchers
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French 1930s Louis XV Style with Stylized Carved Stretchers Country: French Materials: Carved Wood, Leather Condition: New Leather Upholstery Style: French Antique Year: 193...
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1930s French Vintage Louis XV Benches

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Leather

Italian Louis XV Style Painted And Gilt Bench
Located in Houston, TX
Italian Louis XV Style Painted And Gilt Bench. Offered is a lovely Italian painted and gilt wood bench or ottoman. The finish is a lovely soft green with gilt accents and is currentl...
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1920s Italian Vintage Louis XV Benches

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Fabric, Wood

19th Century Carved Fruitwood Bench w/18th C. Aubusson Tapestry
Located in San Francisco, CA
19th century Louie XV style carved fruitwood bench with cabriole legs and curved strecher support. Beautifully upholstered with 18th century Aubusson tapestry and finished with bras...
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Late 19th Century Antique Louis XV Benches

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Upholstery, Fruitwood

French Louis XV Style Silvered Low Back Vanity Chair
Located in Queens, NY
French Louis XV-style vanity silvered vanity chair with low back and black fabric upholstery. Small cracking in finish.
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20th Century French Louis XV Benches

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Silver

Dessin-Fournir Louis XV Style Painted Bench
Located in Houston, TX
Dessin-Fournir Louis XV Style Painted Bench. Fantastic well designed Louis XV style painted bench by the iconic maker Dessin-Fournir, Los Angeles. Our stunning bench has graceful li...
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20th Century American Louis XV Benches

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Leather, Wood

Painted Italian Louis XV Style Window Seat Bench
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Window seat, upholstered in coral twill fabric with nailheads, having exaggerated scrolling arms, its painted frame inset into the front-facing arms, bowed front crown seat set upon ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Louis XV Benches

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Upholstery, Wood

Early 20th C. French Louis XV Carved Walnut Bench with Leather Seat
Located in Dallas, TX
This refined French bench was crafted in Provence circa 1920, embodying the graceful elegance of the Louis XV style. Built from solid walnut, the frame features a gently curved silho...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Benches

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Leather, Walnut

Italian 19th century Louis XV st. patinated wood and Mecca bench
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A high quality and most elegant Italian 19th century Louis XV st. patinated wood and Mecca bench. This impressive bench is raised on four cabriole patinated off-white legs accented w...
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19th Century Italian Antique Louis XV Benches

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Fabric, Wood, Giltwood

Louis XV Style Caned Seat Bench
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Louis XV style country French bench with caned seat. Add a pad or use as is.
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20th Century French Louis XV Benches

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Fruitwood

19th Century Louis XV Settee
Located in Sheffield, MA
19th century French Louis XV style sofa or bench painted in a French blue-grey, with floral motives en relief. Newly reupholstered in a tan tight weave muslin. Measures: Arm height ...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Benches

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Wood

French Louis XV Antique Carved Giltwood Window Bench
Located in Shippensburg, PA
A very attractive, exquisitely carved and incredibly useful "window bench" in the Louis XV taste, this form is often found at the foot of the bed, as a seating piece in the entryway ...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XV Benches

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Giltwood

Lovely French Louis XV style Walnut Cane Bench Mid 20th Century
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Lovely French Louis XV style carved walnut cane bench. This stunning French bench is a light shade of walnut and the caned seat looks good. Our versatile French bench would work wel...
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Mid-20th Century French Louis XV Benches

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Cane, Walnut

Unique Pair Italian Cerule Form Gilt Decorated Creme Painted Upholstered Stools
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Add an air of refined elegance to your space with this unique pair of Italian stools, designed in a cerule form and featuring gilt decorated details. These exquisite pieces are craft...
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1930s Italian Vintage Louis XV Benches

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Walnut

Country French Louis XV Style Upholstered Window Bench
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions - H: 21 1/2in W: 68 1/2in D: 18 1/2in This Country French Louis XV style carved window bench is made of the highest quality! If you look a the photos provided, you will ...
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20th Century Unknown Louis XV Benches

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Upholstery, Wood

Late 19th Century French Louis XV Style Bench
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful and charming Louis XV style bench. Looks as though it is standing on its tip toes. Carved , and polychromed frame with the perfect amount of wear make this so very BOHO chic. Upholstered with hair on cow hide and antique brass tacks...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XV Benches

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Wood

French Louis XV Style 1890s Black Painted and Parcel-Gilt Bench with Cabrioles
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French painted and carved wooden Louis XV style bench from the late 19th-early 20th century. This exquisite French Louis XV style bench features a rectangular backless seat...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XV Benches

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Linen, Upholstery, Giltwood, Wood

Vintage French Louis XV Carved Mahogany Vanity Bench Chair J.K Rishel Furniture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage French Louis XV style carved mahogany vanity bench chair by J.K Rishel Furniture Co. Item features beautiful wood grain, upholstered seat, nicely carved details, cabriole leg...
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Mid-20th Century North American Louis XV Benches

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Fabric, Mahogany

Pair of Large 19th Century Gilded Louis XV Banquettes
Located in New Orleans, LA
A very unusual pair of banquettes. One is slightly longer than the other, otherwise, they are identical. High curved and gilded sides and undulating seats make these benches very all...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Benches

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Gold Leaf

20th century French Louis XV Walnut and Caned Bench, 1900s
Located in LEGNY, FR
Very nice Louis XV style walnut caned bench dating from 1900. Very good condition. Canework in very good condition. Ideal at the end of a bed or in an entryway.
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Early 1900s French Antique Louis XV Benches

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Cane, Walnut

Pair of 19th Century Louis XV-Style Fruitwood Benches with Upholstered Seats
Located in New York, NY
A pair of French Louis XV-Style benches having hand carved Fruitwood cabriolet legs and frame. Fruitwood has a medium walnut finish. As is printed cotton fabric upholstery. Circa 1950.
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20th Century European Louis XV Benches

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Fabric, Fruitwood

Elegant Nord Italian 18th Century Walnut Settee, 1750
Located in Rome, IT
A fine Nord Italian 18th century walnut settee with scrolled arm-support on 8 cabriole legs, covered with silk fabric of Rubelli in excellent condition. Measures: cm 220 x 115 x 70.
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Mid-18th Century European Antique Louis XV Benches

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Wood

French Louis XV Beige Upholstered Bench
Located in Queens, NY
French Louis XV Style Walnut Bench with beige upholstery. Antique condition
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Benches

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Upholstery, Wood

Louis XV Style, Giltwood Long Bench
Located in London, Park Royal
Louis XV Style Bench: Expertly hand-carved by master craftsmen and finished with an antique gilded patina, created using traditional techniques and materials. Customers Own Material ...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Louis XV Benches

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Giltwood, Wood

Carved Gilt Oversized Ottoman with Tapestry in Louis XV Style
Located in Locust Valley, NY
A Louis XV style oversized giltwood carved bench with six legs and upholstered in blue tapestry fabric with leaves and coral flowers.
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20th Century Louis XV Benches

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Giltwood

French Style Large Tufted Bench / Coffee Table
Located in New York, NY
French style large tufted bench/coffee table. Painted white wooden cabriole legs.
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1980s Vintage Louis XV Benches

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Upholstery, Wood

Early 20th Century Louis XV Style Finely Carved Wood and Caned Settee
Located in Hudson, NY
This three-seat sofa or settee is made of hand-carved wood with many fine details and retains its original painted finish. Done in the Louis XV style and made in France with the time...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Benches

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Cane, Wood

Louis XV Bench/Coffee Table with Breche d' Alep marble, c. 1750
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Louis XV period bench in walnut later converted into a coffee table with Breche d' Alep marble top, dating ca. 1750 and French in origin. For many more fine antiques, please vi...
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1750s French Antique Louis XV Benches

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Marble

Gilt Wood Little Bench - Relaxing Armchairs - Louis XV Style - XIXth century
Located in Beaune, FR
Very pretty little Louis XV style bench in gilded wood circa 1870-1880. It is covered with red tapestry. Ideal for a living room or bedroom, it is very decorative. The wood is in goo...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Benches

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Giltwood

Antique Canape Bench Louis XV Style 1800s
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on More Details below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing was from 1st Dibs and they normally set all the costs and ...
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Mid-19th Century Antique Louis XV Benches

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Cotton, Fruitwood

Small Polychrome Wooden Bench - 19th Century
Located in Brussels, Brussels
lovely Louis XV style bench in polychrome wood from the 19th century Very beautiful small model which has a very beautiful carved base with a beautiful polychromy The bench is cover...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Benches

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Oak

Large 19th Century Louis XV Style Painted Banquette de Fenêtre Window Bench
Located in Dallas, TX
More information coming soon… Known in France as a banquette de fenêtre, this hand-carved and hand-painted window bench is in the style of Louis XV. The large bench (over 50 inches...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Benches

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Textile, Silk, Upholstery, Wood, Paint

Swedish Designer, Gustavian, Low Table, White Marble, Grey Painted Wood, 1880s
Located in Manhasset, NY
Gray painted Swedish stool with new marble top 19th century beechwood. Simply the sweetest little bench having a later date white marble top as it was used as a pedestal. Provenance...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XV Benches

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Wood

Louis XV Bench In Carved Wood Oak Patina 18th Century
Located in Honnelles, WHT
Louis XV bench in carved wood with oak patina 18th century, very good general condition
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18th Century European Antique Louis XV Benches

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Oak

19th Century French Louis XV Style Hand Carved and Hand Painted Green Bench
Located in Sofia, BG
French Louis XV style hand painted olive green bench. The piece is raised on six hand carved curved legs and is upholstered in light yellow silk text...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Louis XV Benches

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Wood

French 19th Century Louis XV Gilded Bench
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Elegant French 19th Century caned bench, vanity seat or boudoir window seat in the classic Louis XV style with original gold gilt paint. Lovel...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Benches

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Cane, Giltwood

French Louis XV Style Caned Grey Patinated Bench with Entretoise
Located in Montreal, Quebec
French Louis XV style caned grey patinated bench with Entretoise. Lovely versatile model. Four benches in store. Price per one bench. Shell detail, d...
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20th Century French Louis XV Benches

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Wood

A French LXV Style Giltwood & Painted Bench Hand Made By La Maison London
Located in London, Park Royal
A French Louis XV Style Bench, all hand carved, featuring curved line work and serpentine legs. The piece's carving is further enhanced with a two tone, hand-finished patina in celad...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Louis XV Benches

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Upholstery, Wood, Giltwood

French Louis XV Style Piano Bench
Located in Winter Park, FL
An early 20th century French Louis XV style piano bench, or stool, with solid walnut frame. Nice hand-carved details with cabriole legs. Original fabric upholstery with nailhead trim...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Benches

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Brass

French Louis XV Walnut Bench or Ottoman with Exquisite Carving
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Exquisite carving on this French walnut bench or ottoman, embodying the graceful elegance of the Louis XV style. Built from solid walnut, the frame features a gently curved silhouett...
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19th Century Antique Louis XV Benches

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Upholstery, Walnut

Louis Xv benches for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Louis XV benches 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 benches created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Louis XV benches made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Italy pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original benches, popular names associated with this style include Dessin Fournir, and John Widdicomb. 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 benches differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $550 and tops out at $23,800 while the average work can sell for $2,873.

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