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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Pair of Vintage English Tufted Leather Wingback Armchairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An elegant pair of classic Chesterfield-style wingback armchairs upholstered in rich deep brown leather with beautifully aged patina and traditional button tufting throughout. These ...
Leather, Walnut
Set of 14 French Louis XV Style Distressed Dining Chairs with Linen Upholstery
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An exceptional set of fourteen French Louis XV style dining chairs, including twelve side chairs and two armchairs, beautifully crafted with carved wood frames and newly upholstered ...
Linen, Giltwood
French Louis XV Style Carved Walnut Upholstered Bench w/ Gilt Accents
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition, Needs New Upholstery This French Louis XV style upholstered bench, crafted in walnut and dating to the 1920s, showcases the graceful elegance...
Upholstery, Walnut
Pair Century Furniture Lpuis XV Style Walnut Cane Back and Upholstered Fauteuils
Located in Germantown, MD
Pair Century Furniture Louis XV Provincial Style Partial Gilt and Carved Walnut with Cane Back and Upholstered Fauteuils. Cream Goldenrodish upholstery Dimensions: 27" in width, 27...
Marble
Antique Louis XV Style Chaise Lounge Daybed W Nancy Corzine Matelassé Fabric
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Antique Louis XV Style Chaise Lounge Daybed W Nancy Corzine Matelassé Fabric
Wood, Down
$2,823Sale Price|20% Off
Swedish 19th Century Original Painted Louis XV / Gustavian Cabriole Sofa, Settee
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
An elegant Swedish Louis XV–inspired cabriole sofa dating to the 19th century, showcasing refined Gustavian aesthetics and original painted surfaces. Crafted from solid pine, this se...
Wool, Pine
$4,160Sale Price|20% Off
Antique French Louis XV Style Giltwood & Aubusson Tapestry Canapé Sofa
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Antique French Louis XV Style Giltwood & Aubusson Tapestry Canapé Sofa.
Textile, Giltwood
Set of Ten French Carved Wood Dining Chairs with Leather Upholstery
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This elegant set of ten dining chairs is crafted in carved wood with classic French-inspired lines and richly patinated leather upholstery. The chairs feature shaped backs with softl...
Leather, Walnut
Vintage French Provincial Louis XV Style Upholstered Porters Chair
Located in New York, NY
Vintage French Provincial Louis XV Style Upholstered Porters Chair in cream painted finish. Some staining and small tares to upholstery, as shown in the pictures this chair will need...
Upholstery, Hardwood
1980's French Louis XV Style Cane Settee, Italy
Located in Southampton, NJ
Exquisite Louis XV style hand carved French caned settee with loose notched cushion. Crafted in Italy c. 1980's, ready for use. Additional dimension...
Upholstery, Cane, Cherry
Vintage French Country Louis XV Style Double Cane Italian Canopy Porter Chair
Located in Southampton, NJ
An exquisite vintage French Country / Louis XV style double caned canopy Porter's chair with hand painted faux distressed finish, loose seat cushion with goose down bolster cushion. ...
Upholstery, Cane, Wood, Down
French 19th Century Louis XV Style Giltwood Carved Aubusson 5-Piece Salon Suite
By Forest A' Paris
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Very Fine French 19th Century Louis XV Style Giltwood Carved Aubusson Silk Five-Piece Salon Suite, attributed to Maison Forest, Paris. The finely carved suite comprises a bergère-s...
Gold Leaf
$3,920Sale Price|20% Off
Antique 19th C Louis XV Style Canapé Sofa in Schuyler Samperton Fabric
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Antique 19th C Louis XV Style Canapé Sofa in Eden Serene Fabric by Schuyler Samperton
Linen, Giltwood
Set of 12 Late 19th Century French Provincial Louis XV Oak Dining Chairs
Located in Astoria, NY
A refined set of twelve late 19th century French Provincial Louis XV dining chairs, sourced in France and structurally revised in our workshop for stability and daily use. Handcrafte...
Fabric, Oak
Pair of French Louis XV Style Carved Bergere Chairs
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions - H: 34 1/2 in W: 27 1/2 in D: 28 1/2 in SH: 19 1/4 in Introduce timeless French elegance to your interior with this exceptional Pair of Mid-20th Century French Louis XV ...
Upholstery, Wood
Pair of French Louis XV Style Giltwood Bergère Armchairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition Materials: Giltwood, Original Upholstery
Upholstery, Giltwood
$3,800 / set
19th Century Louis XV Bergère Armchairs - A Pair
Located in New York, NY
Pair of antique Louis XV bergère armchairs, originally handcrafted in the 19th Century from beech. They were later reupholstered in a pale blue-and-white patterned textile and with d...
Upholstery, Beech
Pair of Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Style Gilt Wood Armchairs
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This pair of mid-nineteenth century gilt wood armchairs is in the classic French Louis XV style. The hand carved frames are detailed with simple fluting and scrolling armrests. With ...
Silk, Upholstery, Giltwood
Louis XV Style Bergère Chairs, Carved Wood, Pale Blue Linen, France
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant pair of Louis XV style bergère chairs featuring carved solid wood frames with a charming weathered finish. Newly upholstered in a soft, natural pale blue linen, the chairs ar...
Linen, Wood, Paint
French Louis XV Style Walnut and Leather Set of 10 Dining Chairs C. 1940s
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This extraordinary set of 10 French dining chairs, crafted in the 1940s, carries that quiet authority of post-war European craftsmanship...
Leather, Walnut
Pair of French Louis XV style Bergere Chairs, C. 1940
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The wood frames are carved with the top rails decorated with floral crests with painted gilt details, all over fluffy cushions and seat rails supported by the cabriole legs. Ready to...
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Oversized Louis XV Style Carved Bergere Chairs With Silk Upholstery
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions - H: 37 IN W: 34 IN D: 39 IN SH: 19 IN A refined pair of oversized Louis XV style bergere chairs crafted in richly carved walnut and upholstered in luxurious pink striped...
Silk, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut
Pair of French Louis XV Style Painted & Parcel-Gilt Armchairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of French Louis XV Style Painted & Parcel-Gilt Armchairs Country: France Materials: Gilt-wood, Velvet Condition: Newly Reupholstered Style: French Louis XV Year: 1920’s $7,...
Velvet, Wood
Venetian Purple Palazzo Arm Chair by Charles Pollock for William Switzer
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Venetian purple palazzo arm chair by Charles Pollock for William Switzer. Additional information: Materials: Giltwood, silk Color: Purple Brand: William Switzer Designer: Charles...
Giltwood
Baker Furniture Style French Provincial Louis XV Dining Chairs, Set of Eight
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous set of eight French Provincial Louis XV style dining chairs In the manner of Baker Furniture USA, Circa 1980s Carved solid walnut frames, with caned backs and upholster...
Upholstery, Cane, Walnut
French Louis XV Style Tufted Chaise Lounge
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant and inviting, this French Louis XV style chaise lounge offers a refined balance of comfort and classic design. The gracefully contoured frame features a gently arched backres...
Linen, Wood, Paint
French Pair of Louis XV-style Stools with Needlepoint
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A pair of Louis XV-style footstools with floral needlepoint upholstery. Each stool features a unique but coordinating design of ornate urns overflowing with colorful and lush bouquet...
Mahogany
Pair of French Louis XV Style Carved Bergere Chairs
Located in Southampton, NJ
A lovely, solid pair of carved Walnut Bergere chairs in whimsical raised trunk elephants upholstery. Nicely maintained all original condition. Mid 20th century production; ready for ...
Upholstery, Walnut
$1,816Sale Price|67% Off
18th Century Louis XV Period Fauteuil by Mathieu BAUVE
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A luxurious Louis XV period armchair in beautifully carved and moulded walnut, with ornate scroll-carved arm rests and supports. This elegant 'Fauteuil à la Reine' dates from the 18t...
Walnut
Pair of French Louis XV style Painted and Parcel-Gilt Armchairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of French Louis XV style Painted and Parcel-Gilt Armchairs Country: French Materials: Carved Wood Condition: Newly Upholstered Style: French Louis XV Year: 1940’s $4,5...
Wood
Pair of French Louis XV Carved Fauteuils Arm Chairs by Louis Cresson ca. 1750
By Louis Cresson 1
Located in Shippensburg, PA
PAIR OF LOUIS XV CARVED BEECHWOOD FAUTEUILS Upholstered in an old, but not original leather covering Stamped L. CRESSON on reverse of each chair back rail Paris, circa 1750 34 3/...
Leather, Beech
Italian Louis XV Style Curved Bench, Rococo Design, 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...
Wood, Paint, Linen
A pair of Louis XVI style grey painted and partial gilt Bergere chairs, C. 1940.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Elegant pair of Louis XVI style bergère chairs featuring a gray-painted wood frame with straight crests, low arms, and partial gilt highlights, accentuating the carved neoclassical d...
Upholstery, Wood, Paint
Pair of French Louis XV Style Beechwood Fauteuil Armchairs, Carved Frames
Located in Miami, FL
A refined pair of French Louis XV style bergère armchairs, crafted in richly toned walnut and distinguished by elegant hand-carved detailing throughout. The frames exhibit the hallm...
Wood, Beech, Fabric
20th Century Chateau D'Ax Louis XV Tapestry Armchair
By Chateau d'Ax
Located in Germantown, MD
An Italian made Chateau d'Ax Spa French Louis XV style Tapestry armchair in good vintage condition with firm seat and beautiful carvings. Listing includes solid wood frame, beautiful...
Tapestry, Upholstery, Fruitwood
Louis XV Style Floral Upholstered Three-Seat Sofa
Located in Astoria, NY
Louis XV Style Floral Upholstered Three-Seat Sofa, with walnut frame on cabriole legs. 35.5" H x 70" W x 30" D; seat: 19.25" H. Provenance: From a Connecticut Estate.
Fabric, Upholstery, Walnut
19th Century Louis XV Style Carved Giltwood Armchair Fauteuil
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Louis XV Style Carved Giltwood Armchair Fauteuil This elegant and regal armchair has a masterfully carved frame with acanthus and shell scro...
Giltwood
Vintage Heritage French Country Louis XV Style Cane Back Fauteuil Arm Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Please message us with your zip code to request a more reasonable domestic U.S. shipping quote. Vintage Heritage French Country Louis XV Style Cane Back Fauteuil Arm Chair. Item fea...
Fabric, Cane, Wood
$2,480Sale Price|20% Off
French Louis XV Style Walnut Wingback Bergere Chair, Early 20th Century
Located in Vero Beach, FL
French Louis XV style walnut wingback Bergere chair, early 20th century Large and well proportioned finely carved walnut wingback bergere armchair. The sturdy frame is decorated wit...
Walnut
$2,560Sale Price|20% Off
Pair 19th C French Louis V Style Bergere Lounge Chairs with Hand Carved Frames
Located in New York, NY
Voguish pair of French Beregeres, having hand carved wood frames, and upholstered seats and backs. The chairs are structurally sound and sturdy, the upholstery is as is, and will nee...
Upholstery, Wood
$3,040Sale Price / item|20% Off
18th C Style Dennis & Leen Fauteuil Arm Chair 1 of 2
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
18th C Style Dennis & Leen Fauteuil Arm Chair. 1 of 2 Available.
Wood
Baker Furniture French Provincial Louis XV Walnut Dining Chairs, Set of Eight
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding set of eight French Rococo or French Provincial Louis XV style dining chairs By Baker Furniture USA, Circa 1980s Gorgeous carved solid walnut frames, with upholster...
Upholstery, Walnut
18th Century Walnut French Open Armchair in 19th Century Wild Strawberry Tapestr
Located in Pease pottage, West Sussex
18th Century Walnut open armchair. Reupholstered in 19th Century Tapestry featuring Wild Strawberry Plants. Excellent Patination. France, Circa 1780.
Tapestry, Walnut
Louis XV Style Pair 19th Century French Bergères Armchairs
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of our exquisite late 19th-century French Louis XV walnut patinated bergères armchairs. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, each ch...
Upholstery, Wood, Walnut
Continental Louis XV Style Beaded Giltwood Footstool
Located in Houston, TX
Continental Louis XV Style Beaded giltwood footstool. Lovely Continental Louis XV style hand beaded gilt wood footstool or tuffet. This beautiful gilt footstool is in great conditio...
Giltwood, Beads
French Louis XV Beechwood Duchesse Brisee Chaise by P. Remy ca. 1765
Located in Shippensburg, PA
LOUIS XV PERIOD CHAISE LONGUE (OR DUCHESSE BRISÉE) Executed by Pierre Rémy (French, 1724-1798) Carved beechwood, upholstery Stamped P * REMY four times 39 1/8" H x 16 3/4" H (to s...
Upholstery, Beech
Fine Quality Extra Long Carved Walnut French Louis XVI Settee Sofa 1950s era
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This Fine Quality Extra Long Carved Walnut French Louis XVI Settee Sofa, circa 1950s, is a stunning example of refined craftsmanship and elegant design. Measuring an impressive lengt...
Walnut
French Louis XV Style Cream Upholstered Cerused Wood Chaise
Located in Queens, NY
French Louis XV-style (19/20th Century) chaise with shaped rounded back and cream colored upholstery with seat cushion and bleached cerused wooden frame. Some wear on upholstery, on...
Antique French Set of 6 Louis XV Dining Chairs with New Upholstery
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Elegant set of 6 French carved walnut dining chairs or side chairs, Louis XV 19th Century with all new upholstery. Stunning floret carvings on back, apron and legs. From Salva Freres...
Upholstery, Walnut
Early 20th-C. French Louis XV Style Painted Canapé Settee Or Sofa In Velvet
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is an early French carved and painted fruitwood canapé in vintage velvet. The frame has peg construction. There is wear throughout the piece that does not detract from its beaut...
Velvet, Fruitwood
$1,250Sale Price / set|30% Off
Pair of Antique Louis XV Style Walnut Caned Side Chairs, France, 19th Century
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This charming pair of side chairs captures the quintessential elegance of the Louis XV style, with its sensuous curves, floral carvings, and delicate proportions. Crafted in France i...
Wood
19th Century Louis XV Style Wingback Fauteuil or Armchair
Located in Winter Park, FL
A 19th century French provincial Fauteuil à La Reine avec Oreilles or "queen's wingback armchair with ears". This is a large size chair-and-a-half with solid walnut frame and distinc...
Upholstery, Walnut
Exquisite 19th Century French Daybed
Located in Stockbridge, GA
Exquisite 19th century French daybed, Louis XV style. As the stairways of houses and apartments in France are narrow, they build ...
Fabric, Walnut
20th Century French Louis XV Style Bergere
Located in Atlanta, GA
This 20th-century French bergère is an elegant representation of the Louis XV style, known for its graceful curves and refined ornamentation. The frame of the chair is crafted from c...
Beech, Walnut
French Carved Bleached Walnut Wingback Armchairs with Ottomans, 1930s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of French carved bleached walnut wingback armchairs w/ matching ottomans. The chairs and ottomans stand on cabriole legs with rams head feet. The chairs are newly upholstered in...
Linen, Walnut
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...
Cane, Giltwood
19th Century French Bergere
Located in Atlanta, GA
This 19th-century French bergère exudes classic elegance and comfort, making it a timeless statement piece. The carved wood frame, finished in a distressed pale tone, showcases the g...
Wrought Iron
$6,800Sale Price / set|80% Off
Pair of Large Louis XV Style Giltwood Fauteuil with Tapestry
Located in Nashville, TN
Estate lawyers say must sell as probate close looms . Pair of unusually large and commodious giltwood fauteuil with possibly 18th century chinoiserie...
Gold Leaf
Louis XV period armchair in carved wood, damask upholstery 18th Century
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
A very elegant Louis XV period armchair, true to the Rococo style and the flowing lines of the mid-18th century. The finely molded and carved wood creates a fluid silhouette: a violi...
Fabric, Wood
$1,800Sale Price|44% Off
French Louis XV Period Fauteuil a la Reine
Located in Doylestown, PA
A fine Louis XV period Fauteuil a la Reine armchair in beech, beautifully sculpted and carved with floral and other motifs on the crest and seat rails as well as the cabriole legs, c...
Beech