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LOUIS XIV STYLE

As opposed to the styles that would follow from the other 18th-century French kings, Louis XV and Louis XVI, antique Louis XIV furniture is rigid and imposing. It expresses opulence — even its armchairs, with their upright backs, straight legs and lavish ornamentation, look like thrones. Authentic Louis XIV sofas, a then newly emerging iteration of seating, are fully upholstered and often feature decoratively carved frames of walnut, chestnut or oak.

When French King Louis XIV established his royal court at Versailles in 1682, he transformed what was once a hunting lodge into a palace that declared his wealth and power through its design. Until his death in 1715, he reigned with a spirit of excess and absolute political dominance. The “Sun King,” as he called himself, believed that France revolved around him as planets do the sun. Louis XIV adopted the sun as his emblem, decorating the grounds with symbols of the sun and Apollo, the Greek god of the sun. As he stated, “There is nothing that indicates more clearly the magnificence of great princes than their superb palaces and their precious furniture.” He was a child when he became king in 1643, only shaping his style after he became absolute monarch in 1661.

Reflecting trends in French Baroque art, Louis XIV furniture characteristics included exuberant decoration. There were gilded bronze details including shells, suns, grotesques, lions and classical references like acanthus leaves. The years of growth in the country’s manufacturing, such as the tapestries and cabinets made at Gobelins, led to design innovations. The commode replaced the chest as a storage device, with drawers and a surface that could double as a desk.

The materials were luxurious, such as the popular tortoiseshell veneer technique that leading cabinetmaker Pierre Golle used in his designs. André-Charles Boulle, who became royal cabinetmaker in 1672, was a masterful artist of marquetry, using inlays of ebony, exotic woods and mother-of-pearl.

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Style: Louis XIV
French Louis XIV Style Turned Walnut & Upholstered Bench, mid 19th century
French Louis XIV Style Turned Walnut & Upholstered Bench, mid 19th century

French Louis XIV Style Turned Walnut & Upholstered Bench, mid 19th century

Located in Atlanta, GA

the rectangular top upholstered in patterned needlepoint atop a frame of turned walnut legs joined by an h-form stretcher, raised on flattened ball feet

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1850s French Antique Louis XIV Seating

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Walnut

Set of Six French Ash Fluted Mutton Leg Dining Chairs or Side Chairs
Set of Six French Ash Fluted Mutton Leg Dining Chairs or Side Chairs

Set of Six French Ash Fluted Mutton Leg Dining Chairs or Side Chairs

Located in Fayetteville, AR

This set of six French ash mutton leg side chairs or dining chairs from the mid-twentieth century are constructed using mortice and tenon joinery. Their curved fluted legs are joined...

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Mid-20th Century French Louis XIV Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Ash

19th Century French Bergere Rosewood Arm Chair
19th Century French Bergere Rosewood Arm Chair

19th Century French Bergere Rosewood Arm Chair

Located in Nashville, TN

Featured is an exquisite Louis XVI Rosewood Bergère Chair, a true masterpiece of craftsmanship and style. This chair is not just a piece of furniture; it's a work of art that will el...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Seating

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Rosewood

French Louis XIV Style Walnut Fauteuil with Carved Arms and Scrolling Legs
French Louis XIV Style Walnut Fauteuil with Carved Arms and Scrolling Legs

French Louis XIV Style Walnut Fauteuil with Carved Arms and Scrolling Legs

Located in Atlanta, GA

A French walnut Louis XIV style armchair from the 19th century with rectangular slanted back, large scrolling arms, carved acanthus leaves motifs, scrolling legs and carved cross str...

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19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Pair Of Chinoiserie  Upholstered Louis XIV Walnut Benches
Pair Of Chinoiserie  Upholstered Louis XIV Walnut Benches

Pair Of Chinoiserie Upholstered Louis XIV Walnut Benches

Located in Bridgeport, CT

An elegant and colorful pair of Louis XIV-style seats, crafted in rich walnut and impeccably upholstered in crisp floral fabric having three Asian figures. The classic design featur...

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20th Century Louis XIV Seating

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Louis XIV Style Carved Giltwood Tapestry Upholstered Armchair
Louis XIV Style Carved Giltwood Tapestry Upholstered Armchair

Louis XIV Style Carved Giltwood Tapestry Upholstered Armchair

Located in Doha, QA

This is an absolutely beautiful and unusual Louis XIV style Throne armchair with original tapestry upholstery. The hight is very rare as well -140 cm which makes this exceptional cha...

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19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Seating

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Tapestry, Wood, Giltwood

Pair of French Neoclassical Styled Lacquered Benches w Caned Seats Rolled Arms
Pair of French Neoclassical Styled Lacquered Benches w Caned Seats Rolled Arms

Pair of French Neoclassical Styled Lacquered Benches w Caned Seats Rolled Arms

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Special pair of neoclassical benches with caned seats, rolled arms and cushions for the seats. Black lacquer on the hardwood frames with Stenciled gilt floral work on the front and b...

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Early 1900s French Antique Louis XIV Seating

Materials

Fabric, Cane, Oak, Giltwood, Lacquer

Set of 8 - Ralph Lauren Louis XIV Dining Chairs
Set of 8 - Ralph Lauren Louis XIV Dining Chairs

Set of 8 - Ralph Lauren Louis XIV Dining Chairs

By Ralph Lauren

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A contemporary take on the classic Louis XIV Os De Mouton Chair, with a more ergonomic and comfortable sizing. Beautiful serpentine curves to the arms and crossbars mimicking the "mouton" sheep bones. The signature RL men's suit style upholstery gives it a decidedly Ralph Lauren American feel. Extremely roomy and comfortable chair designed with longterm dining in mind. Ships from Philadelphia...

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20th Century American Louis XIV Seating

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Hardwood

French 19th Century Pair of Benches
French 19th Century Pair of Benches

French 19th Century Pair of Benches

Located in Stockbridge, GA

This Pair of Benches are made of Chesnut and oak wood.

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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Seating

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Chestnut, Oak

Set of Four French Louis XIV Style Walnut Dining Chairs
Set of Four French Louis XIV Style Walnut Dining Chairs

Set of Four French Louis XIV Style Walnut Dining Chairs

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Spectacular set of four bespoke dining chairs crafted from walnut in the grand French Louis XIV baroque taste. The handsome walnut frames have a ...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Louis XIV Seating

Materials

Brass

Pair of Italian Giltwood & Linen Arm Chairs
Pair of Italian Giltwood & Linen Arm Chairs

Pair of Italian Giltwood & Linen Arm Chairs

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Luxurious, pair of early 20th century Italian carved giltwood armchairs in the Louis XIV style. These exquisitely carved chairs have been newly upholstered in a linen fabric which is soft to the touch and rich in texture. Antiqued brass nailhead trim...

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20th Century Italian Louis XIV Seating

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Fabric, Giltwood

French Louis XIV Style Walnut and Upholstered Fireside Chair, mid 19th century
French Louis XIV Style Walnut and Upholstered Fireside Chair, mid 19th century

French Louis XIV Style Walnut and Upholstered Fireside Chair, mid 19th century

Located in Atlanta, GA

designed specifically to be low to the ground but with ample seat and comfort level it was used to warm oneself at the hearth of a fireplace, the open back with turned finials with a...

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1850s French Antique Louis XIV Seating

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Walnut

Pair of Louis XIV Armchairs in Tooled Leather and Gilt Wood, Late 18th C.
Pair of Louis XIV Armchairs in Tooled Leather and Gilt Wood, Late 18th C.

Pair of Louis XIV Armchairs in Tooled Leather and Gilt Wood, Late 18th C.

Located in New York, NY

A pair of Italian tooled leather and gilt armchairs in the Baroque / Louis XIV style. mid to late 18th Century. This particular armchair design, called "fauteuil à la reine", or Qu...

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1770s Italian Antique Louis XIV Seating

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Leather, Giltwood

Set of Eight Os de Mouton Dining Chairs Modern Redux
Set of Eight Os de Mouton Dining Chairs Modern Redux

Set of Eight Os de Mouton Dining Chairs Modern Redux

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Stunning set of eight French dining chairs featuring a modern redux upholstery with a whimsical abstract expressionist figural artwork design. The chairs ...

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20th Century French Louis XIV Seating

Materials

Brass

Pair of Antique French Louis XIV Walnut & Pressed Cane Armchairs 20thC
Pair of Antique French Louis XIV Walnut & Pressed Cane Armchairs 20thC

Pair of Antique French Louis XIV Walnut & Pressed Cane Armchairs 20thC

Located in Big Flats, NY

***Reduced In-House Delivery Rates - Click on “Ask Seller” to Request a Quote*** Pair of Antique French Louis XIV Walnut & Pressed Cane Armchairs 20thC. Measures - 35.75"H x 25"W ...

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20th Century Louis XIV Seating

Materials

Cane, Walnut

Pair of Louis XIV Carved and Gilded Chairs
Pair of Louis XIV Carved and Gilded Chairs

Pair of Louis XIV Carved and Gilded Chairs

Located in New Orleans, LA

Beautifully carved and gilded armchairs.

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18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Seating

A Set Of Seven Louis XIV-style Chairs In Carved Walnut
A Set Of Seven Louis XIV-style Chairs In Carved Walnut

A Set Of Seven Louis XIV-style Chairs In Carved Walnut

Located in BARSAC, FR

A set of seven Louis XIV-style chairs crafted from solid walnut, richly carved with ribbon and bead friezes, drapery, and garlands of small flowers. Central monogram to be deciphe...

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Late 19th Century European Antique Louis XIV Seating

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Walnut

Louis XIV Style Giltwood Bench
Louis XIV Style Giltwood Bench

Louis XIV Style Giltwood Bench

Located in New York, NY

Louis XIV style giltwood bench. Upholstered in vintage gold silk fabric.

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1950s French Vintage Louis XIV Seating

Materials

Fabric, Giltwood

Antique French Louis XIV Armchair, Fauteuil
Antique French Louis XIV Armchair, Fauteuil

Antique French Louis XIV Armchair, Fauteuil

Located in Dallas, TX

Antique French Louis XIV armchair, Fauteuil exudes a majestic presence making it perfect as a focal point in any seating area, or as a stand-alone work or reading station...

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Early 20th Century French Louis XIV Seating

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Textile, Sycamore

19th Century French Louis XIV Style Carved Bleached Oak Bench with Leather Seat
19th Century French Louis XIV Style Carved Bleached Oak Bench with Leather Seat

19th Century French Louis XIV Style Carved Bleached Oak Bench with Leather Seat

Located in Dallas, TX

This elegant 19th-century French bench, crafted circa 1870 in the Louis XIV style, brings refined craftsmanship and rich texture to any interior. The solid oak frame has been bleache...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Seating

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Leather, Oak

Leopard velvet upholstered French-Provincial Louis XV style Fauteuil Chair
Leopard velvet upholstered French-Provincial Louis XV style Fauteuil Chair

Leopard velvet upholstered French-Provincial Louis XV style Fauteuil Chair

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Antique French-Provincial, Louis XV Rococo-style Fauteuil armchair upholstered in a luxurious leopard velvet, carved with garden motifs inspired by the French countryside. A pale Fre...

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Late 19th Century Antique Louis XIV Seating

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Upholstery, Velvet, Wood

Set of Six Ralph Lauren Louis XIV Style Leather & Damask Dining Chairs
Set of Six Ralph Lauren Louis XIV Style Leather & Damask Dining Chairs

Set of Six Ralph Lauren Louis XIV Style Leather & Damask Dining Chairs

Located in Bridgeport, CT

A sophisticated set of six Ralph Lauren dining chairs inspired by the elegance of Louis XIV design. Crafted with richly finished hardwood frames, the chairs feature graceful cabriole...

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Late 20th Century American Louis XIV Seating

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Leather, Upholstery, Wood

Rare Set of 14 French 19th-Century Louis XIV Style Chairs
Rare Set of 14 French 19th-Century Louis XIV Style Chairs

Rare Set of 14 French 19th-Century Louis XIV Style Chairs

Located in Rome, IT

Exceptional set of fourteen French 19th-century Louis XIV style dining chairs, distinguished by their characteristic “os de mouton”cabriole legs and richly sculpted walnut frames. Th...

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1850s French Antique Louis XIV Seating

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Wood, Velvet, Walnut

French Louis XIV Style Giltwood Bench
French Louis XIV Style Giltwood Bench

French Louis XIV Style Giltwood Bench

Located in New York, NY

French Louis XIV style giltwood bench. The bench has really nice decorative fabric with a solid carved wood frame.

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1950s French Vintage Louis XIV Seating

Materials

Fabric, Giltwood

Set of 6 Louis XIV Style Oak Dining Room Chairs
Set of 6 Louis XIV Style Oak Dining Room Chairs

Set of 6 Louis XIV Style Oak Dining Room Chairs

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

Set of 6 Louis XIV style oak dining room chairs, circa 1900. With a cupids bow crest rail, upholstered seats, turned front legs and stretcher bars. Upholstery with brass nail trim. C...

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Early 1900s European Antique Louis XIV Seating

Materials

Brass

Set Of 12 Louis XIV Style Oak Chairs
Set Of 12 Louis XIV Style Oak Chairs

Set Of 12 Louis XIV Style Oak Chairs

Located in Brussels, Brussels

superb large set of 12 Louis XIV style chairs from the beginning of the 20th century Very beautiful important rare set with a seat in tapestry handmade in half-point which has retai...

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Early 20th Century Belgian Louis XIV Seating

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Oak

19th Century French Honey Color Beechwood Throne Chair
19th Century French Honey Color Beechwood Throne Chair

19th Century French Honey Color Beechwood Throne Chair

Located in Casteren, NL

This late 19th century tall back French throne chair is made in solid beechwood. It has the original upholstery that has some wear on the seating s...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Seating

Materials

Beech

Louis XIV-style Leather-upholstered Window or Hallway Bench
Louis XIV-style Leather-upholstered Window or Hallway Bench

Louis XIV-style Leather-upholstered Window or Hallway Bench

Located in San Francisco, CA

On offer is a French Louis XIV-style upholstered window or hallway bench. For much of the late 18th-century, this grand style was intentionally designed to project the power, majesty...

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Mid-20th Century Louis XIV Seating

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Brass

Early Gae Aulenti for Zanotta 'Locus Solus' Tubular Chrome Armchair in Chrome
Early Gae Aulenti for Zanotta 'Locus Solus' Tubular Chrome Armchair in Chrome

Early Gae Aulenti for Zanotta 'Locus Solus' Tubular Chrome Armchair in Chrome

By Gae Aulenti

Located in London, GB

Gae Aulenti for Zanotta, 'Locus Solus' armchair, chromed tubular steel, blue leatherette, Italy, 1964 This Locus Solus armchair, designed by Gae Aulenti and produced by Zanotta, is ...

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1960s Italian Vintage Louis XIV Seating

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Steel, Chrome

8 Set Armchairs Chairs Upholstered Fruitwood 19 Century Louis XIV Style Stripe
8 Set Armchairs Chairs Upholstered Fruitwood 19 Century Louis XIV Style Stripe

8 Set Armchairs Chairs Upholstered Fruitwood 19 Century Louis XIV Style Stripe

Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK

A fine set of eight fruitwood chairs, late 19th century, in the Louis XIV style. Lovely set with striking form and turnings Very unusual to have four armchairs in a set Also unu...

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1860s French Antique Louis XIV Seating

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Fruitwood

Pair Of Antique Carved Oak Louis XV Style Fauteuil
Pair Of Antique Carved Oak Louis XV Style Fauteuil

Pair Of Antique Carved Oak Louis XV Style Fauteuil

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Pair of vintage carved oak Louis XV style fauteuil with serpentine front, carved apron, beaded carvings and surmounted with carved shell motif. The chairs with manchettes, the uphols...

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Early 20th Century Louis XIV Seating

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Six French Louis XIV Style Mahogany & Cane Dining Chairs 20th C
Six French Louis XIV Style Mahogany & Cane Dining Chairs 20th C

Six French Louis XIV Style Mahogany & Cane Dining Chairs 20th C

Located in Big Flats, NY

A set of six dining chairs offer mahogany construction and having shaped backs with upholstered seats raised on cabriole legs; set includes four side chairs with caned backs and two ...

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20th Century French Louis XIV Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Mahogany

19th Century Upholstered Spanish Catalan Bench
19th Century Upholstered Spanish Catalan Bench

19th Century Upholstered Spanish Catalan Bench

Located in Birmingham, AL

A 19th century Louis XIV style hand carved Spanish bench or banquette having original deep red velvet upholstery with metallic gold trim tape, bru...

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1890s Spanish Antique Louis XIV Seating

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Walnut

18th Century French Chateau Fauteuils
18th Century French Chateau Fauteuils

18th Century French Chateau Fauteuils

Located in New York, NY

Stylish antique pair of hand carved and gilded fauteuils with tattered silk tapestry upholstery. Structurally sound, may or may not need reupholstered depending on your outlook. We'v...

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Mid-18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Seating

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Wood

Italian Early 18th Century Louis XIV Period Giltwood Bench
Italian Early 18th Century Louis XIV Period Giltwood Bench

Italian Early 18th Century Louis XIV Period Giltwood Bench

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An elegant Italian early 18th century Louis XIV period giltwood bench. The long bench is raised on six legs with topie shape feet below a circular fluted tapered column, foliate deco...

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18th Century Italian Antique Louis XIV Seating

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Giltwood

Pair of Italian Turn-of-the-century Louis XIV St. Mecca Benches
Pair of Italian Turn-of-the-century Louis XIV St. Mecca Benches

Pair of Italian Turn-of-the-century Louis XIV St. Mecca Benches

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An impressive and most decorative pair of Italian turn-of-the-century Louis XIV st. mecca benches. Each bench is raised by fine reeded gadroon feet below block reserves each connecte...

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20th Century Italian Louis XIV Seating

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Wood

Louis XIV Style Giltwood Folding Stool Made by La Maison London
Louis XIV Style Giltwood Folding Stool Made by La Maison London

Louis XIV Style Giltwood Folding Stool Made by La Maison London

By La Maison London

Located in London, Park Royal

Based on a LXV model at Versailles, these versatile folding stools have been crafted with attention to detail. The hand carved stools have been finished with a hand applied leaf that...

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21st Century and Contemporary British Louis XIV Seating

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Wood

18th Century Italian Louis XIV Solid Walnut Antique Armchair
18th Century Italian Louis XIV Solid Walnut Antique Armchair

18th Century Italian Louis XIV Solid Walnut Antique Armchair

Located in Casale Monferrato, IT

Beautiful early 18th century of the period Louis XIV Italian antique armchair in solid walnut wood. An imposing large armchair with a wide and comfortable seat. Wavy armrests and arc...

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1710s Italian Antique Louis XIV Seating

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Walnut

Fully Restored Hand Carved French Louis XIV Walnut Wingback Armchair, 1800s
Fully Restored Hand Carved French Louis XIV Walnut Wingback Armchair, 1800s

Fully Restored Hand Carved French Louis XIV Walnut Wingback Armchair, 1800s

Located in Lucenec, SK

French Louis XIV walnut wingback armchair is a study in stately elegance, with extraordinary comfort. Gracefully contoured wingbacks with double-scrolled frameworks cradle one in lux...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Seating

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Upholstery, Walnut

Antique Pair Large French Louis XIV Revival Walnut Stools 19th Century
Antique Pair Large French Louis XIV Revival Walnut Stools 19th Century

Antique Pair Large French Louis XIV Revival Walnut Stools 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a very elegant pair of antique French Louis XIV Revival walnut stools, Circa 1880 in date.   The freestanding stools feature serpentine shaped seat cushions on carved walnut ...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Seating

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Fabric, Walnut

Pair of Louis XIV Walnut Armchairs
Pair of Louis XIV Walnut Armchairs

Pair of Louis XIV Walnut Armchairs

Located in Essex, MA

With flame stitch upholstery with wear. The arched backs and scrolled carved arms, square seat raised on os de mouton legs and conforming stretchers. Seats rerailed.

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Early 1700s French Antique Louis XIV Seating

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Walnut

Pair 19th Century French Carved Giltwood Louis XVI Style Arm Chairs
Pair 19th Century French Carved Giltwood Louis XVI Style Arm Chairs

Pair 19th Century French Carved Giltwood Louis XVI Style Arm Chairs

Located in Brighton, Sussex

A very good quality pair of French late 19th century carved giltwood salon arm chairs. Each with wonderful scrolling, foliate decoration to the show wood frame, upholstered seat, bac...

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19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Seating

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Giltwood

Pair of 19th Century French Louis XIV Armchairs
Pair of 19th Century French Louis XIV Armchairs

Pair of 19th Century French Louis XIV Armchairs

Located in Brighton, Sussex

A very impressive pair of late 19th century Louis XIV style walnut armchairs, each with tapestry upholstery depicting rural country houses, scrolling carved arms and legs with parcel...

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19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Seating

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Tapestry, Walnut

French Antique Style Cane Loveseat
French Antique Style Cane Loveseat

French Antique Style Cane Loveseat

Located in New York, NY

French antique style cane loveseat. The loveseat has a loose cushioned and a cane seat and back. Nice carvings to the top back.

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1960s Vintage Louis XIV Seating

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Cane, Wood

Italian Gold-Leaf Carved Giltwood & Linen Sofa
Italian Gold-Leaf Carved Giltwood & Linen Sofa

Italian Gold-Leaf Carved Giltwood & Linen Sofa

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Luxurious and early 20th century Italian carved giltwood sofa in the Louis XIV style. These exquisitely carved sofa has been newly upholstered in ...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Louis XIV Seating

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Fabric, Giltwood

Oak Louis XIV armchair, France 19th century
Oak Louis XIV armchair, France 19th century

Oak Louis XIV armchair, France 19th century

Located in Meulebeke, BE

A richly detailed 19th‑century French armchair crafted in oak and inspired by the grandeur of the Louis XIV style. This elegant piece showcases the sculptural presence and decorative...

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19th Century Albanian Antique Louis XIV Seating

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Velvet, Oak

Antique Style Kidney Shaped Walnut Bench
Antique Style Kidney Shaped Walnut Bench

Antique Style Kidney Shaped Walnut Bench

Located in New York, NY

Large Antique style kidney shaped walnut bench. The bench has solid, carved walnut legs with striped fabric.

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1940s Vintage Louis XIV Seating

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Fabric, Walnut

Early 20th Century Italian Louis XIV Style Poplar Wood Pair of Armchairs
Early 20th Century Italian Louis XIV Style Poplar Wood Pair of Armchairs

Early 20th Century Italian Louis XIV Style Poplar Wood Pair of Armchairs

Located in Casale Monferrato, IT

Italian Louis XIV style pair of armchairs very comfortable. Made of poplar wood with special natural wood finish without color or varnish. Perfect upholstery restored with particular...

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1930s Italian Vintage Louis XIV Seating

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Jute, Poplar

Execptional bench giltwood louis XIV style
Execptional bench giltwood louis XIV style

Execptional bench giltwood louis XIV style

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Magnificent regence style giltwood, exeptional carved wood the fabric is silk and coming from the famous silkerie in LYON france who specialise in silk fabric since the 18th century....

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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Seating

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Fabric, Giltwood, Silk

Bergere in Giltwood Style Louis XIV Aubusson Tapestry
Bergere in Giltwood Style Louis XIV Aubusson Tapestry

Bergere in Giltwood Style Louis XIV Aubusson Tapestry

Located in Los Angeles, CA

An extremly rare bergere upholster with aubusson tapisterie louis XIV style in giltwood, very confortable, the carving of this bergere is whismical.,its very rare that the tapistery ...

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1880s French Antique Louis XIV Seating

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Giltwood

Pair of Os de Mouton Louis XIV Oak Stools New Upholstered in French Linen
Pair of Os de Mouton Louis XIV Oak Stools New Upholstered in French Linen

Pair of Os de Mouton Louis XIV Oak Stools New Upholstered in French Linen

Located in Barcelona, ES

French Os de Mouton Oak Stools, Pair Os de Mouton Louis XIV Pair of Oak Stools / Benches with French Linen Upholstery Pair of Louis XIV style Os de Mouton legs stools in french vintage linen upholstery, France, 1930s An early 20th century backless Louis XIV style benches or stools raised on four Os de Mouton hand carved oak wood legs with stretcher. These stylish banquettes have scrolled accents on the legs. These benches are in fully restored condition, structurally sound. Re-upholstered with a vintage french linen fabric...

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20th Century French Louis XIV Seating

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Fabric, Wood, Walnut, Linen

19th Century French Dark Stain Beechwood Throne Chair
19th Century French Dark Stain Beechwood Throne Chair

19th Century French Dark Stain Beechwood Throne Chair

Located in Casteren, NL

This late 19th century tall back French throne chair is made in solid beechwood. It has the original upholstery. The armrests have acanthus leave ...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Seating

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Beech

Oversized Louis XIV Style Ottoman
Oversized Louis XIV Style Ottoman

Oversized Louis XIV Style Ottoman

Located in New York, NY

Oversized Louis XIV style ottoman with brass casters and upholstered in leather.

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20th Century Louis XIV Seating

Materials

Leather, Wood

Rare Seven-Piece Louis XIV Style Giltwood Salon Suite from France, circa 1880
Rare Seven-Piece Louis XIV Style Giltwood Salon Suite from France, circa 1880

Rare Seven-Piece Louis XIV Style Giltwood Salon Suite from France, circa 1880

Located in Dallas, TX

This majestic giltwood Chateau salon suite is from France and dates to circa 1880. There are four side chairs, two armchairs (fauteuils), and a canapé. All have square baluster legs and volute x-stretchers. All the wood has been richly sculpted and gilded, and motifs include scrolls, foliage, rinceaux, palmettes, beading, acanthus leaves and more. The armrests of the fauteuils and canapé are supported by large lion muzzles. The side chairs and canapé are all supported by cross stretchers, while the bright yellow upholstery is more recent, attached by large brass nailheads. The motifs are musical trophies encircled by foliate and floral motifs. French furniture of this style would have been first produced during the reign of Louis XIV, toward the end of the 1600s. A magnificent 19th century suite...

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1880s French Antique Louis XIV Seating

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Upholstery, Textile, Wood, Giltwood

Os de Mouton Louis XIV Style Walnut Stool or Bench
Os de Mouton Louis XIV Style Walnut Stool or Bench

Os de Mouton Louis XIV Style Walnut Stool or Bench

Located in Barcelona, ES

Spanish Louis XIV style Ottoman, Beautiful Louis XIV style bench or stool raised on four Os de Mouton hand carved walnut legs with stretcher, Spain, 1930s. This stylish banquette ha...

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20th Century Spanish Louis XIV Seating

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Fabric, Velvet, Wood, Leather, Walnut

17th Century Italian Baroque Louis XIV Lacquered and Parcel Gilt Sofa
17th Century Italian Baroque Louis XIV Lacquered and Parcel Gilt Sofa

17th Century Italian Baroque Louis XIV Lacquered and Parcel Gilt Sofa

Located in Firenze, IT

This extraordinary Italian Louis XIV sofa embodies the zenith of late 17th-century Neapolitan craftsmanship. This antique seating piece masterfully blends elegance and comfort, showcasing the refined taste of 1600s baroque period through its sinuous form and intricate detailing. The wooden frame of this luxurious couch is a testament to the artisan's skill, featuring a lustrous ivory-colored lacquer base beautifully accented with gold leaf detailing. The sophisticated "mecca" technique has been employed, involving the application of gold leaf over a red bole ground to create a warm, rich golden hue. This meticulous process results in a depth and luminosity that surpasses simple gilding, adding a luxurious dimension to the piece. The graceful silhouette of this antique settee is quintessentially Louis XIV, with a shapely backrest delineating three distinct, rounded seat areas. Elegant cabriole legs enhance the overall sense of movement and refinement. The curved armrests are particularly noteworthy, not only providing exceptional comfort but also serving as a canvas for the artisan's prowess. Each armrest is adorned with an intricately carved scroll motif, centered by a deeply carved rosette finished in radiant gold leaf. Every surface of this Baroque seating furniture is embellished with exquisite hand-carved details. Floral and foliate motifs adorn the frame, showcasing the woodcarver's mastery. A double band of gold leaf frames the entire perimeter of the settee, adding a final touch of luxury and definition to the piece. The upholstery complements the frame's opulence, featuring an antique green velvet with a sumptuous damask pattern. Green passementerie trims the edges, which, despite minor wear consistent with its age, remains in good overall condition. This Louis XIV canape is versatile enough to enhance various settings. In a grand entryway or corridor, it would create a stunning first impression. Placed at the end of a bed in a master suite, it would add a touch of regal elegance. In a formal living room or study, it could serve as a centerpiece, anchoring the room's design. Even in a professional setting, such as a high-end law office or executive suite, it would lend an air of established prestige. The value of this antique Italian seating stems from its exceptional provenance, superior craftsmanship, and the use of sophisticated techniques like "mecca" gilding. Its excellent state of preservation and the quality of the antique upholstery fabric...

Category

17th Century Italian Antique Louis XIV Seating

Materials

Gold Leaf

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