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Louis XIV Seating

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.

Find a collection of antique Louis XIV bedroom furniture, chairs, tables and other pieces on 1stDibs.

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Style: Louis XIV
Period: 1960s
French Louie XVI Style Walnut Chairs, Button-Tufted Velvet, Nailhead Trim
Located in Southampton, NJ
Set of four French Louis XVI style chairs, circa 1960s. They feature carved walnut frames with cabriole front legs, sabre back legs, upholstered in button-tufted velvet on seat, seat back, and apron and trimmed in brass nail head trim. They are sturdy and in good vintage condition. Overall gorgeous surface condition. Construction is strong and sturdy. Original upholstery - no rips, tears, or odors in fabric. Labeled "A Decorator Chair".
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1960s North American Vintage Louis XIV Seating

Materials

Brass

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

Materials

Cane, Wood

Pair Louis XIV Antique Style Oversized Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Pair Louis XIV antique style oversized chairs. The chairs have the original floral fabric with down seats with carved hardwood frames.   
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1960s Vintage Louis XIV Seating

Materials

Hardwood, Upholstery

Louis XIV Style Silver Gilt Bench
Located in New York, NY
Louis XIV style silver gilt bench. The bench has ultra-suede fabric with a solid wooden silver gilded frame. The chair also has a finished back.
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1960s Vintage Louis XIV Seating

Materials

Ultrasuede, Wood

Pair of Louis XIV Style Armchairs
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Louis XIV style armchairs. The chairs have a painted wood, carved frame with an off-white upholstered fabric.   
Category

1960s Vintage Louis XIV Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Louis XIV Style Curved Bench
Located in New York, NY
Louis XIV style curved bench. Bench has the original cane seat, has three painted green urns with Greek key pattern to the top frame.
Category

1960s Vintage Louis XIV Seating

Materials

Cane, Wood

Louis XIV Style Sofa
Located in New York, NY
Louis XIV style sofa. Sofa has a painted black and gold frame, caned sides and back with linen upholstery. Has a loose cushioned seat. Back cushions ar...
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1960s Vintage Louis XIV Seating

Materials

Linen, Wood

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Set Of Ten French Louie XVI Style Painted Dining Chairs
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Luxurious Louis XIV Carved Walnut and Faux Leopard Loveseat Settee
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Pair of French Louis XIV Style Cane Bergère Lounge Chairs
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Lovely pair of French cane bergère lounge / accent chairs in the style of Louis XIV. Upholstered in a yellow floral peacock fabric.
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Set of Eight French Louis XIV Style Carved High Back Dining Chairs
Located in Peabody, MA
Set of eight high back dining chairs with carved walnut frames in the style of Louis XIV. Re-upholstered recently in a tapestry damask. Made in France, circa 1960s.
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Set of Ten Louis XIV Style Silver Leaf Carved Dining Chairs
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Louis Xiv seating for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Louis XIV 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, building and garden elements and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Louis XIV 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 Jean-Charles Moreux, La Maison London, Fratelli Boffi, 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 seating differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $396 and tops out at $75,000 while the average work can sell for $3,850.

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