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Louis XVI Seating

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
Set of Six French Louis XVI Style Caned Chairs, with All Original Patina
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A charming and most elegant set of six French 19th century Louis XVI st. patinated wood dining chairs. Each chair is raised by fine circular tapered fluted legs with lovely topie sha...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Seating

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Wood

1870s Louis XVI Style Ebonized Fauteuil in Upholstered Linen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Louis XVI style fauteuil open armchair radiates opulence with its masterfully carved ebonized wood and the custom taupe and cream striped linen upholstery. The neoclassical carv...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Seating

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Upholstery, Wood

19th Century French Giltwood & Painted Armchairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Finely-carved sturdy and comfortable giltwood armchairs. Paint is most likely not original. Newly-upholstered in a raspberry velvet strie.
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19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Seating

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Giltwood

19th Century Finely Carved French Armchair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th century. French. Finely carved walnut. Newly upholstered in Rubelli fabric.
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19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Seating

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Walnut

French Louis XVI Style Bergère Armchair, Grey Green with New Upholstery
Located in Madrid, ES
Design elements of this 19th century square-back, newly reupholstered armchair relate to the larger bergère "à oreilles" (with ears) within which the sitter is enclosed by upholstere...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Seating

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Silk, Hardwood

Set of Eight French Late 19th Century Louis XVI St. Solid Mahogany Side Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A set of eight French late 19th century Louis XVI st. solid mahogany side chairs. The set is raised by elegant tapered fluted legs. Above is a moulded frieze which is continued on th...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Seating

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Mahogany

Set of Four Italian 19th Century Louis XVI St. Circular Giltwood Benches
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A handsome set of four Italian 19th century Louis XVI st. circular giltwood benches. The benches are raised by four circular tapered legs ending in topie shape feet, with the upper p...
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19th Century Italian Antique Louis XVI Seating

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Metal

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 Seating

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Beech

18th Century French Three Seated Hand Carved Wooden Cane Canapé Louis XVI Period
Located in Sofia, BG
18th Century French three seated hand carved and painted in white wooden canapé Louis XVI period with cane back. The piece is still wearing its original upholstery in red velvet. Ver...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Louis XVI Seating

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Cane, Wood

Pair of 19th Century Louis XVI St. Oak Side Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fine pair of French mid 19th century Louis XVI st. oval back side chairs, in dark oak. All raised by fluted circular legs while The back has beautiful carvings of acanthus leaves a...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Seating

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Oak

Set of Four French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Mahogany and Giltwood Side Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An extremely elegant set of four French 19th century Louis XVI st. mahogany and giltwood side chairs. Each chair is raised by slender circular tapered fluted legs with a finely carve...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Seating

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Mahogany, Giltwood

Bench Louis XVI Style in Mohagany and Bronze
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very decorative bench louis XVI style in mohagany and bronze ,The entire belt of the bench is surronded by finely chiseled bronze, the top of the foo...
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1910s French Vintage Louis XVI Seating

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Bronze

Antique French Louis XVI Style Painted Accent Side Chairs in Rose Toile - A Pair
Located in Astoria, NY
An exquisite pair of restored antique French accent side chairs in the Marie Antoinette/Louis XVI style, sourced from Provence, France. These chairs feature finely hand-carved shield...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Seating

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Fabric, Cotton, Maple, Paint

19th Century Pair of French Louis XVI Carved and Bleached Side Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Fabulous pair of 19th century French Louis XVI carved and bleached side chairs. Upholstered in creme and tan animal print and beautiful carvings as well. Makes an elegant statement!
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Seating

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Upholstery, Wood

Circa 1900 Set of Five Louis XVI Side Chairs in Walnut
Located in High Point, NC
Circa 1900 set of five Louis XVI style chairs made from walnut. The curved backs have molded frames and have hand cast brass decorative accents. There are laurel wreaths and swags ...
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Early 1900s French Antique Louis XVI Seating

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Brass

Louis Xvi seating for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Louis XVI 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, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Louis XVI seating made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original seating, popular names associated with this style include Jumbo Collection, La Maison London, Maison Jansen, and Drexel. 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 $220 and tops out at $115,000 while the average work can sell for $3,844.

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