Louis XVI Chairs
LOUIS XVI STYLE
Reflecting the final era of royal opulence before the upheaval of the French Revolution, antique Louis XVI furniture features more angular shapes than the Rococo curves of the Louis XV style, harkening back to the imposing grandeur of Louis XIV.
Dating between 1750 and 1800, an era that overlapped with the last king of France whose reign was cut short by the guillotine, Louis XVI furniture, known as the goût grec, is emblematic of the neoclassical revision that French furniture underwent during the second half of the 18th century.
Authentic Louis XVI furniture characteristics include clean lines and carved details such as scrolls and acanthus flourishes that were inspired by ancient Greece and Rome. This was informed by a burgeoning interest in antiquity in the 18th century, owing to new archaeological excavations at sites including Pompeii and Herculaneum. It largely eclipsed the more East Asian–influenced ornamentation of Louis XV for something more geometric and symmetrical.
The Louis XVI style was defined by what was being created for the palatial rooms at Versailles and Fontainebleau, particularly for the queen, with cabinetmaker Jean-Henri Riesener being a favorite of Marie-Antoinette’s for his luxurious pieces accented with gilded bronze and marquetry. Furniture maker Jean-Baptiste-Claude Sené was also a major designer of the period, with his pieces for the royal residences adorned with giltwood and neoclassical touches like tapered columns for chair legs and laurel leaf carvings. Cabinetmaker Adam Weisweiler occasionally incorporated into his furniture porcelain panels produced by Sèvres, a popular manufacturer of European ceramics that served the crown with serveware, vases and other decorative objects.
Find a collection of antique Louis XVI seating, tables, cabinets and other furniture on 1stDibs.
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Style: Louis XVI
This Set of Four 19th Century Swedish Louis XVI Gilded Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
This set of four 19th century Swedish Louis XVI gilded chairs is a Classic example of the elegance of the Belle Epoch in Europe! Beautifully handcrafted in the neoclassic style, each...
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1890s Swedish Antique Louis XVI Chairs
Materials
Giltwood
French Design, Louis XVI, Small Chairs, Ivory Painted Wood, Fabric, France 1740s
Located in Manhasset, NY
Pair of 18th century French Musician's chairs, Diminutive chair or stools each in a Swedish paint decorated original finish with new upholstery.
Prov...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Louis XVI Chairs
Materials
Wood
Set of 6 French Louis XVI Style Chairs with Upholstered Square Backrests
Located in New York, NY
These French Louis XVI style set of chairs have an elegant silhouette and a carved wooden frame upholstered in a yellow Pierre Frey fabric. These chairs have a square backrest and wooden structure carved with classicizing details. The white painted chairs are an excellent example of the neoclassical style, with beautiful accents through out the chair frame and fluted legs with toupie feet. The chairs demonstrate exquisite craftsmanship. This set of chairs has been fully refinished and reupholstered. They are in excellent condition.
Armchair Dimensions:
H 38 IN x W 25 IN x D 21 IN
SEAT HEIGHT 20 IN...
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20th Century French Louis XVI Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
French chairs Original Jacob Model Lyre of Louis XVI, Late 18th Century
Located in Paris, France
YOU HAVE THE POSSIBILITY TO BUY A PAIR OR MORE CHAIRS.
IMPORTANT :
THIS LOUIS XVI CHAIRS ARE NOT A COPIES BUT 100% ORIGINALS !!
Exceptional set of Louis XVI lyre chairs in lacquered wood, a prized model and symbol of refinement in the 18th century. While these chairs are unstamped, their details are strongly reminiscent of a production by Jacob: finessed sculpture with sophisticated grooves…these proportions are perfect and light, a touch of exquisite taste. These chairs feature ancient lacquer in two tones (white with blue highlights) The seats have been restored The assembly of these chairs has been checked and remains solid - The original trim on the springs and straps have been preserved and remain in good condition. The chairs stayed in the same family and the laque is in it original vintage statement and has been very good preserved. These chairs are covered with a luxurious silk a blue gray and silver combination that perfectly matches the original lacquer from Maison Tassinari and Chatel...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Louis XVI Chairs
Materials
Silk, Lacquer, Wood
18th Century French Petit Bergère with Hand Carvings and Cane, Louis XVI
Located in Sofia, BG
18th century French bergere in cane and hand carved wood, backrest and armrests with detailed ornamentation.
Original cane is damaged and ...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Louis XVI Chairs
Cherrywood Maple Rustic Side Chair circa 1780 Austria
Located in Vienna, AT
Dining chair or side chair hand carved solid cherrywood with maple inlays circa 1780, Austria.
The Josephinische Stil was a popular style in Austria in the 18th century.
This styl...
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1780s Austrian Antique Louis XVI Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Cherry, Maple
Louis XVI Style Oval Back Dining Chair for custom order
Located in Oakville, ON
This Louis XVI style oval back dining chair is showing here in a white patinated frame and upholstered in a black faux leather. The frame is ma...
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2010s Italian Louis XVI Chairs
Materials
Wood
Pair of Louis XVI Style Parcel-Gilt Upholstered Fauteuils
Located in Mt Kisco, NY
A pair of painted and gilded wood medallion back chairs. Delicate bead and swag detail surround a central flower. Padded scroll form arms sit atop...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage Carved Rams Head Armchair Vintage Piece Red Floral Upholstery
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to this lovely vintage rams head armchair with red floral upholstery
This chair is in fine order, the upholstery has been professionally cleaned, the timber clean...
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20th Century English Louis XVI Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
19th Century Louis XVI Style Five Legged Fireside Chair
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
19th Century Louis XVI Style Five Legged Fireside Chair
Beautiful piece purchased in France. Age appropriate wear, see detailed photos or message us with questions.
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19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Mahogany
Maison Jansen Stamped Caned-Back Chairs, Set of Four, French
Located in Montreal, Quebec
Set of four stamped Maison Jansen French patinated cane back chairs in the classic style of Louis XVI. Mid-Century Modern, Hollywood Regency style. Stamped Jansen. Requires reupholst...
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Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Chairs
Materials
Cane, Wood
Set of three Louis XVI Chairs, 1780-1800
Located in Belmont, MA
Set of three Louis XVI chairs, Germany 1780-1800. The chairs are made of walnut, finely carved with typical Louis XVI motifs on backs, legs and the frames of the seats. The oval shap...
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1780s German Antique Louis XVI Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Set of Original Jacob Model Chairs Lyre of Louis XVI, Late 18th Century, France
Located in Paris, France
Exceptional series of Louis XVI lyre chairs in lacquered wood, a prized model and symbol of refinement in the 18th century. While these chairs are unstamped, their details are strongly reminiscent of a production by Jacob: finessed sculpture with sophisticated grooves…these proportions are perfect and light, a touch of exquisite taste.
These chairs feature ancient lacquer in two tones (white with blue highlights)
The fabric of seats have been restored
The assembly of these chairs has been checked and remains solid
- The original trim on the springs and straps have been preserved and remain in good condition.
The laque is in it original statement, we do not like to make up the antic pieces preferring to leave them in their statements.
Nevertheless we work with highly qualified restorers and at your request and charge we can care of it. The 7th chair is free and not included on the picture as it has more cracks and fissures.
These armchairs are covered with a luxurious silk a blue gray and silver combination that perfectly matches the original lacquer from Maison Tassinari and Chatel...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Louis XVI Chairs
Materials
Silk, Lacquer, Wood
Set of Four 19th Century French Louis XVI Walnut Salon Chairs with Mohair
Located in Dallas, TX
Set of Four 19th century French Louis XVI Walnut Salon Chairs with Embroidered Mohair are the perfect choice for any occasional use anywhere in the home. handcrafted from sumptuous F...
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1890s French Antique Louis XVI Chairs
Materials
Mohair, Walnut
Pair of chairs mohagany and bronze
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Execptional pair of chairs ,mohagany and bronze of rare quality,the bronzes are finely executed .The elegance and the charm of these chairs are crasy , problably executed by F.LINKE ...
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1880s French Antique Louis XVI Chairs
Materials
Bronze
Set of Four Louis XVI Style chairs circa 1950
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Set of four Louis XVI chairs
hs: 19" (48 cm) with cushion
good general condition, small stains on the cushions
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Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Chairs
Materials
Beech
Pair of Black & White Print Carved Wood Armchairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of contemporary Louis XVI style carved wood armchairs with greek key detail and nailhead trim. Recently upholstered in black and white fabric; good, lightly used condition. *Ple...
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1990s Louis XVI Chairs
Materials
Metal
21st Century Satin Chair in Hand-carved Wood and Fabric in Style of Louis XVI
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
Satin is a classic model in Louis XVI style, revisited in a modern key thanks to the velvet upholstery in a delicate shade of grey. It features a hand-carved wooden structure with go...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Louis XVI Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Pair of Louis XVI Chairs, Germany 1780
Located in Leimen, DE
Discover the timeless allure of this original pair of Louis XVI Side Chairs, originating from South Germany and dating back to 1780-1800. These chairs captivate with their exquisite ...
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1780s German Antique Louis XVI Chairs
Materials
Beech
Exceptional piano giltwood armchairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Exceptional piano armchair in gilded wood louis XVI style which rotates . the sculpture and quality of this armchair is worthy of the greatest parisien cabinetmakers of this time
it...
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1880s French Antique Louis XVI Chairs
Materials
Giltwood
French Louis XVI Low Caned Fireside Slipper Chair, 18th Century
Located in Montreal, Quebec
French Louis XVI low caned fireside slipper chair, 18th century.
This very rare and exceptional low chair is very old, and has withstood the test of time in a remarkably good state, with a minor loss to the base of the caning in a lower corner of the back (see picture). The caning has a lovely pattern. This low, deep chair was probably a fireside chair. However small metal bolts in the back suggest that it may have at some point been attached, possibly to a vehicle or to some kind of carrying device.
It is beautiful and highly decorative. Though it is quite comfortable, we do not recommend it be used for seating to protect the antique caned seat...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XVI Chairs
Materials
Cane, Wood
Pair Antique French Louis XVI Gold Leaf Fauteuils / Armchairs, Circa 1865-1875
Located in New Orleans, LA
Pair antique French Louis XVI gold leaf fauteuils / armchairs, Circa 1865-1875.
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Set of 8 Chairs, Louis XVI Style, New Upholstery
Located in Brussels, BE
Set of 8 chairs, Louis XVI style, new upholstery.
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Early 2000s Belgian Louis XVI Chairs
Materials
Wood
21st Century Satin Chair with Arms in Wood and Fabric in Style of Louis XVI
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
Satin is a classic model in Louis XVI style, revisited in a modern key thanks to the velvet upholstery in a delicate shade of grey. It features a hand-carved wooden structure with go...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Louis XVI Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Louis Xvi chairs for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Louis XVI chairs for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage chairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, more furniture and collectibles, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Louis XVI chairs 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 chairs, popular names associated with this style include Jumbo Collection, Maison Jansen, Miles Redd, and Schumacher. 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 chairs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $335 and tops out at $82,819 while the average work can sell for $3,500.