Louis Philippe Seating
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 Antique French Louis Philippe Mahogany Armchairs & Footstools, Circa 1890's
Located in New Orleans, LA
Pair Antique French Louis Philippe Style Mahogany Armchairs with Footstools, Circa 1890's
2 Chairs: 38" H x 25" W x 23 1/2" D x 17 3/4" SH
2 Footstools: 12 1/2" H x 18" W x 15" D
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Seating
Materials
Mahogany
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 Seating
Materials
Mahogany
Original Louis Philippe walnut sofa circa 1830
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Original Louis Philippe walnut sofa circa 1830
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1830s French Antique Louis Philippe Seating
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Louis Philippe Low Chairs to Cover
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of Louis Philippe low chairs
to cover.
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1830s French Antique Louis Philippe Seating
Materials
Walnut
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 Seating
Materials
Fabric, Walnut, Upholstery, Seagrass
walnut fireside chair Louis Philippe circa 1830/1850
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Walnut fireside chair Louis Philippe circa 1830/1850
Category
1830s French Antique Louis Philippe Seating
Materials
Bronze
6 Louis Philippe walnut Chairs, circa 1830/1850
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
6 Louis Philippe walnut chairs, circa 1830/1850.
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1830s French Antique Louis Philippe Seating
Materials
Walnut
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 Seating
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Rosewood Salon Chairs w/ Upholstery by John Henry Belter, circa 1844
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of American "scroll pattern" parlor chairs in rosewood by John Henry Belter or Johann Heinrich Belter, noted German American Cabinetmaker from 1844-1863, NYC. The technique used...
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1840s American Antique Louis Philippe Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Muslin
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 Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Louis Philippe Walnut and Leather Side Chair
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
This handsome Louis Philippe side chair is crafted from walnut and leather, and features the rounded top rail and nipped in waist of the classic 'balloon back' style. Prized for its ...
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19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Seating
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Pair of 19th Century French Louis Philippe Foot Stools
Located in Winter Park, FL
A pair of French Louis Philippe style upholstered foot stools with carved mahogany frames. One with wooded castors and one with brass castors. Nicely upholstered in pale green fabric...
Category
19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Seating
Materials
Brass
Set of Four Italian Chairs Late 19th Century Piedmontese Solid Walnut Chairs
Located in Milano, MI
Four late 19th century Italian walnut chairs, a group of four Piedmontese chairs, solid blond walnut structure, in good condition, hi...
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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Louis Philippe Seating
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
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 Seating
Materials
Mahogany
Pair of 19th Century French Louis Philippe Carved Walnut Stools with Tan Leather
Located in Dallas, TX
Bring extra seating to your den or living room with this elegant pair of antique stools benches. Crafted in France, circa 1870 and square in shape, each bench stands on turned legs, ...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Seating
Materials
Walnut, Leather
Pair of French Louis Phillipe Mahogany Armchairs Recovered in a Yellow Fabric
Located in Miami, FL
Elegant and great design for this pair of French mahogany armchairs recovered with a yellow silk fabric
The lines of the armrest is an elegant curved design, as well for the front a...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Seating
Materials
Mahogany
Elegant 19th Century Italian Antique Single Chair with Velvet Seat
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Refined italian of the period Louis Philippe chair. The chair made in solid beech wood featuring an arched back and beautiful turned front legs. The seat is covered with refined velv...
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1850s Italian Antique Louis Philippe Seating
Materials
Velvet, Beech
Louis Philippe Voltaire Armchair, 19th Century
Located in Lisbon, PT
A Louis Philippe Voltaire armchair, crafted in the 19th century, in great condition.
The armchair features richly carved armrests showcasing bearded male faces in an Orientalist st...
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19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Seating
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
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 Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Paint
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.
Category
Mid-19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Seating
Materials
Nutwood
Louis Philippe Style Pair Of Chairs With Italian Armrests Model King
Located in Prato, Tuscany
Fascinating and rare pair of Italian chairs with armrests model "King" or "Antique Master"; they are made of the best quality walnut; the comfortable backrest has an elaborate and re...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Louis Philippe Seating
Materials
Linen, Walnut
Scandinavian Newly Upholstered Bergere in Mahogany, c. 1860
Located in Miami, FL
A lovely bergere with graceful lines in French-polished mahogany, newly upholstered in a Lee Jofa fabric. All springs are eight-way, hand-tied. Extrem...
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19th Century Scandinavian Antique Louis Philippe Seating
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Mahogany
Italian Baroque Louis Philippe Side Chairs or Slipper Chairs in Walnut, Restored
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Italian late 19th century, Baroque Louis Philippe, side chairs, slipper chairs in walnut, restored, wax polished and new upholstered with precious fabric by Fortuny- Venice -
Measure...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Louis Philippe Seating
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Wooden Chair Louis Philippe Style 19th Century France
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Pretty low chair from the Napoleon III period with a very beautiful turned wooden backrest. This type of chair with a particularly low seat is also calle...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Seating
Materials
Wood
Set of 19th-Century Louis XV Ash Chairs With Openwork Backrests
Located in Opole, PL
Set of 19th-Century Louis XV Ash Chairs With Openwork Backrests
A set of four chairs with richly decorated floral motifs and openwork backs. The chairs are styled after Louis XV fur...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Ash
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 Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Louis Philippe Walnut and Vienna Straw Italian Chairs, 1940
Located in Rome, IT
Elegant in their essentiality, rich and very well crafted wood, the chair is super light. Sculpture chairs as a whole.
The entire chair is made of walnut wood. Manual work on the ba...
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1940s Italian Vintage Louis Philippe Seating
Materials
Straw, Walnut
Set of berger armchairs, France, circa 180. After renovation.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Set of berger armchairs, France, circa 1880.
Very good condition, after professional renovation. The seats were covered with new fabric.
wood: mahogany
dimensions: height 117 cm, ...
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1880s French Antique Louis Philippe Seating
Materials
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century Gilded French Armchair / Hall Chair ( REF AF-3330 )
Located in Ledbury, GB
Indulge in the opulence of the past with this exquisite antique 19th century French armchair / hall chair, resplendently gilded and adorned with timeless elegance. Dating back to the...
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19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Seating
Materials
Giltwood
Pair of Louis Philippe Voltaire Armchairs, 19th Century
Located in Lisbon, PT
A pair of Louis Philippe Voltaire armchairs, crafted in the 19th century, in great condition.
Each piece features richly carved armrests showcasing bearded male faces in an Orienta...
Category
19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Seating
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
Pair of Antique French Elmwood Louis Philippe Armchairs, Circa 1840
Located in Dallas, TX
Known as pied en cuisse de grenouille, or “frog leg foot”, this pair of elmwood armchairs has interesting front legs formed by counter curves. Han...
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1840s French Antique Louis Philippe Seating
Materials
Textile, Wood, Elm
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.
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Louis Philippe Seating
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Country French Louis Philippe Style Maple Dining Chairs W/ Rush Seats - Set of 8
Located in Astoria, NY
An elegant set of eight French Country dining chairs crafted in the Louis Philippe style. Expertly hand-made from solid walnut, each chair features a gracefully curved ladder-back de...
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Late 20th Century French Louis Philippe Seating
Materials
Rush, Maple
French Harpist Chair Mid 19th in walnut
Located in SAINT-CLÉMENT-DE-LA-PLACE, FR
French Harpist Chair Mid 19th in walnut
Discover this exceptional harpist’s chair, a timeless masterpiece of French craftsmanship.
Crafted in solid wal...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Seating
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Louis Philippe Armchairs, White Satin-sheen Fabric, 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Pair of Louis Philippe armchairs on s-shaped curved legs with an elegant wavy frame and upholstered armrests. The balloon-shaped backrest and the seat and armrests are upholstered in...
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19th Century German Antique Louis Philippe Seating
Materials
Fabric, Satin
Voltaire armchair France around 1850 Walnut and white fabric upholstery
Located in Würzburg, DE
✓ Stylish & elegant
✓ High-quality fabric cover
✓ Newly upholstered
Dimensions:
Chair: W: 67cm H: 111cm D: 65cm Seat height: 38cm
Article: Antique armchair
Item no.: 1014
Provena...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Seating
Materials
Nutwood
Armchair, France, circa 1870.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Armchair, France, circa 1870.
Very good condition, after professional renovation and replacement of upholstery.
dimensions: height 104 cm seat height 42 cm width 64 cm depth 74 cm
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1870s French Antique Louis Philippe Seating
Materials
Walnut
Antique armchair, Northern Europe, late 19th century.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique armchair from around 1880.
Furniture in very good condition.
Dimensions: height 98 cm / seat height 38 cm / width 63 cm / depth 62 cm
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1880s Swedish Antique Louis Philippe Seating
Materials
Walnut
Two Beige Velvet Armchairs, Northern Europe, Around 1890, After Restoration
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique armchairs from the late 19th century.
Furniture in very good condition, after professional renovation. The seats were covered w...
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1890s Scandinavian Antique Louis Philippe Seating
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Louis Philippe style upholstered armchair from the 1940s
Located in Premariacco, IT
Louis Philippe-style upholstered armchair with walnut frame and floral-themed fabric.
Small imperfections in the fabric as pictured.
Category
1940s Italian Vintage Louis Philippe Seating
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Original Painted French Louis Philippe Boudoir Window Seat
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Original painted French Louis Philippe Boudoir window seat
This is a delightful Piece of Louis Philippe furniture, it has high scroll arms on either end with turned rails and it i...
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Late 19th Century Antique Louis Philippe Seating
Materials
Paint
Louis Philippe Style Armchair and Footrest, circa 1930/1950
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Louis Philippe style armchair and footrest, circa 1930/1950.
Category
1940s French Vintage Louis Philippe Seating
Materials
Velvet, Beech
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 Seating
Materials
Wood
Antique Armchair, Northern Europe, circa 1910, Renovated
Located in Chorzów, PL
A historic armchair from the beginning of the 20th century XX century.
Very good condition, after professional renovation and replacement of upholstery.
Wood: Mahogany
Dimensions:...
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1910s Scandinavian Vintage Louis Philippe Seating
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
19th Century Set of 6 Chairs from the Krieger House, Paris
Located in NICE, FR
We present you this beautiful set of six carved mahogany chairs crafted by the renowned La Maison Krieger in Paris. Each chair featur...
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19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Seating
Materials
Wood, Mahogany
19th Century Louis Philippe Walnut Desk Chair
Located in West Hollywood, CA
French desk chair, Louis Philippe, circa 1845
Period carved walnut desk chair in excellent condition with cowhide studded seat.
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1840s French Antique Louis Philippe Seating
Materials
Cowhide, Walnut
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 Seating
Materials
Rosewood
Rare suite of 12 Louis Philipe period chairs in oak and leather, 19th century
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Rare suite of 12 Louis Philipe period chairs in oak and leather, 19th century
leather not original, but still in very good condition, small defects, but no leather deserves to be cha...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Louis Philippe style upholstered armchair from 1980s
Located in Premariacco, IT
Louis Philippe style upholstered armchair with walnut frame and floral damask fabric.
Normal signs of wear due to age and use.
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1980s Italian Vintage Louis Philippe Seating
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Antique French Louis Philippe Gold Bronze and Rosewood Parlor Chair, circa 1880
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique French Louis Philippe gold bronze and rosewood parlor chair with red and gold upholstery, Circa 1880.
Category
19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Seating
Materials
Bronze
6 Louis Philippe Style Bergere Chairs, circa 1950
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
6 Louis Philippe style bergere chairs, circa 1950.
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1950s French Vintage Louis Philippe Seating
Materials
Beech
Matched Pair of Early Louis Philippe Mahogany Chauffeufes/Slipper Chairs
Located in Stamford, CT
A matched pair of French Mahogany chauffeufes/Slipper chairs, circa 1840-1860. Newly upholstered.
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1850s French Antique Louis Philippe Seating
Materials
Mahogany
French 19th Century Desk Chair
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Handsome 19th century desk chair raised on turned front legs, on original brass casters and saber back legs. Upholstered in original antique faux-le...
Category
19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Seating
Materials
Wood
Louis Philippe seating for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Louis Philippe seating 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 seating created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, walnut and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Louis Philippe seating 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 seating, popular names associated with this style include Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH, John Henry Belter, Louis Philippe, and Maison Krieger. 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 seating differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $499 and tops out at $25,000 while the average work can sell for $3,133.