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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
Louis XVI Style White Painted Wooden Daybed with Curved Back and Pink Upholstery
Located in Queens, NY
Louis XVI-style (early 20th Century) white antique painted daybed with rounded sides and leaf finials having restored pink upholstery.  
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20th Century Louis XVI Seating

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Fabric, Wood

Six Antique French Louis XVI Style Walnut Dining Chairs in Blue Linen Stripe
Located in Astoria, NY
A classic set of six French Louis XVI style side chairs dating to the late 19th century, sourced in Provence. Crafted from solid walnut, each chair features a hand-carved frame with ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Seating

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Fabric, Linen, Walnut

A Set of Four Italian Painted Gilt Wood Frame Louis XVI Style Dining Chairs
Located in Tarry Town, NY
This set of four Italian Louis XVI style dining chairs exemplifies timeless elegance and craftsmanship. Each chair features a gilt wood frame with a tablet back, adorned with hand-pa...
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Early 20th Century Italian Louis XVI Seating

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Upholstery, Giltwood

French Louis XVI Style 19th Century Painted and Carved Wingback Bergère Chair
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Louis XVI style painted wingback bergère chair from the 19th century, with carved decor and new upholstery. Born in France during the 19th century, this lovely 'bergère à or...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Seating

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Upholstery, Wood

Louis XVI Revival Style Chair by Simon Loscertales Bona, Spain 1920s
Located in Delft, NL
Louis XVI revival style chair by Simon Loscertales Bona, 1920s Carved walnut wooden chair with details with gilt decoration and brown leather u...
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Early 20th Century Spanish Louis XVI Seating

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Leather, Walnut

Pair of Elegant Louis XVI Style Parcel Gilt Benches Cream and Blue Lacquer
Located in Firenze, IT
This pair of Louis XVI style benches showcases exceptional craftsmanship and elegant design. Lacquered in a sophisticated palette of delicate cream and ivory tones, accented with str...
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19th Century Italian Antique Louis XVI Seating

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Wood, Giltwood, Lacquer

20th Century French Sofa
Located in Atlanta, GA
This elegant 20th-century French sofa exemplifies the Louis XVI style, combining neoclassical design elements with timeless sophistication. The solid beech wood frame is hand-carved ...
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20th Century French Louis XVI Seating

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Upholstery, Beech

French Regency Louis XVI Hand-Painted and Gold Gilt Dining Chairs, Set of Eight
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous set of eight Neoclassical or French Regency Louis XVI style dining chairs In the manner of Baker Furniture Late 20th century Carved hand painted and gold gilt mah...
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Late 20th Century American Louis XVI Seating

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Upholstery, Mahogany, Paint

Antique French Louis XVI Pair Of Armchair, Gilded Wood, 18th Century
Located in Senonches, Centre-Val de Loire
Rare pair of Louis XVI period armchairs in gilded wood with original double cane armrests. The fluted turned wood legs and hand-carved details are the result of remarkable craftsman...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Louis XVI Seating

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Linen, Oak

Pair Of French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Giltwood Armchairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An elegant pair of French 19th century Louis XVI st. Giltwood armchairs. Each chair is supported by four round tapered and fluted Giltwood legs with richly carved rosette blocks atop...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Seating

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Giltwood

French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Giltwood Wingback Settee with Carved Motifs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Louis XVI style giltwood wingback settee from the 19th century, with carved foliage motifs and distressed patina. Created in France during the 19th century, this giltwood se...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Seating

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Upholstery, Giltwood

French Louis XVl style fauteuil, c. 1900's
Located in Kenilworth, IL
Academic Revival, Louis XVI style fauteuil with a caned seat & back panel, fitted with an upholstered seat cushion and upholstered seat platform. France, early 20th century. Dimensi...
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20th Century French Louis XVI Seating

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Upholstery, Cane, Wood

Antique French Louis XVI Style Painted Side Chairs in Green Chinoiserie Fabric
Located in Astoria, NY
An exquisite pair of late 19th-century Louis XVI-style accent chairs, sourced in Provence and newly reupholstered in a richly expressive Chinoiserie-inspired cotton. The hand-carved ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Seating

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Fabric, Cotton, Wood, Paint

Set Of Twelve French 18th Century Louis XVI Period Dining Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A very elegant set of twelve French 18th century Louis XVI period dining chairs. Each patinated gray/cream chair is raised by circular tapered fluted legs with top and bottom carved ...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XVI Seating

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Wood

Walnut Fauteuil Louis XVI Revival Armchair French, Late 19th Century to Recover
Located in Labrit, Landes
French fauteuil, open armchairs side or desk chair Louis XVI revival, circa 1880 The upholstery and the fabric have been recently redone Good condition Walnut frame sound and so...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Seating

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Fabric, Upholstery, Walnut

18th Century French Canape
Located in Atlanta, GA
An elegant 18th-century French canapé, showcasing the refined craftsmanship and timeless style of the Louis XVI period. This graceful piece features a painted wooden frame, highlight...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XVI Seating

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Upholstery, Beech

French 19th Century Walnut Louis XVI Hand Carved Sofa
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A French Louis XVI period Provençal carved sofa from the late 19th century, with new upholstery, lovely fluted legs and exquisite carving. Born in Provence during the reign of King L...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Seating

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Upholstery, Walnut

19th Century French Louis XVI Style Giltwood Duchesse Brisee
Located in Houston, TX
19th century French Louis XVI style giltwood duchesse Brisee. Stunning 19th century French Louis XVI style gilt wood Duchesse Brisee. Our unusually shaped French Napoleon III duchesse brisee, chaise longue or chaise lounge is comprised of three pieces. A large bergere and a smaller bergere...
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1860s French Antique Louis XVI Seating

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Giltwood

Superb Blue Velvet and Off-White Painted French Cameo Oval Back Dining Chairs
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is an absolutely gorgeous set of French-made chairs in a grayish off-white with a pale blue velvet upholstery that just really makes these chairs a statement. The chairs are Fre...
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1960s French Vintage Louis XVI Seating

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Velvet, Walnut

Ralph Lauren Louis XVI Style Carved Bergère Armchair
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Beautiful English Georgian style ornately carved armchair by Ralph Lauren for Henredon Furniture. This French inspired generously scaled bergère chair features original RL white glo...
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Early 2000s Louis XVI Seating

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Brass

French Handmade, Louis XVI Style Chairs, Aged White/Gray Paint & Black Leather
Located in Chicago, IL
We at Old Plank, have been forever trying to locate a “comfortable, by American standards” Louis XVI side chair. The French Louis XVI style chair you see listed here, was copied from...
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2010s French Louis XVI Seating

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Leather, Upholstery, Beech

19th Century French Louis XVI Style Sofa
Located in Atlanta, GA
This 19th-century French Louis XVI-style sofa epitomizes elegance and timeless craftsmanship. The carved wood frame, painted in a soft, muted tone, features classic Louis XVI design ...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Seating

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Upholstery, Beech

Painted French Louis XVI Style Hand-Carved Side Chairs Made in France Options
Located in Chicago, IL
We have been searching for a correct size and “comfortable by American standards” Louis XVI side chair. Copied from an original circa 1800s French Louis XVI side chair...
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2010s French Louis XVI Seating

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Beech, Leather, Upholstery

19th Century French Sofa
Located in Atlanta, GA
This elegant 19th century French sofa is a masterfully crafted piece that reflects timeless design and superior artistry. The walnut frame features intricate carvings along the arms ...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Seating

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Upholstery, Walnut

Set of 4 French Louis XVI Bleached Side Chairs
Located in Queens, NY
4 French Louis XVI style (20th Cent) bleached side chairs with white upholstery (PRICED EACH)
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20th Century Louis XVI Seating

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Upholstery, Wood

Antique French Style Paint Decorated And Gilt Fauteuil
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A fine and decorative early 20th century French fauteuil with a fine green painted and gilt carved frame with guilloche bands on the oval back, arms and seat rail and having a carv...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Seating

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Fabric, Wood

20th Century French Louis XVI Style Bergere
Located in Atlanta, GA
This elegant 20th-century French Louis XVI-style bergère reflects the timeless sophistication of neoclassical design. Crafted from beech wood, the chair features a meticulously hand-...
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20th Century French Louis XVI Seating

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Upholstery, Beech

Louis XVI Style Sofa
Located in London, Park Royal
Louis XVI style canape made by La Maison London. Hand carved in solid wood, painted in an ecru white with gold highlights. Upholstered in a fabric of your choice Please note: 11m of...
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2010s British Louis XVI Seating

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Giltwood

French Louis XVI Style 19th Century Painted Fauteuil with Abundant Carved Décor
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Louis XVI style painted wood armchair from the 19th century with carved décor including twisted rope motifs, acanthus leaves, rosettes and petite beads. Step into the era of...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Seating

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Upholstery, Wood

Giltwood "Confidente" Large Sofa in the Louis XV Style made by La Maison London
Located in London, Park Royal
An elegant and impressive large Louis XV style confidante sofa which has been hand carved and gilded using traditional methods and materials to achieve...
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2010s British Louis XVI Seating

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Wood, Giltwood

French Early 20th Century Dining Room Chairs
Located in Stockbridge, GA
Very charming French dining room chairs with a nice design of the Louis XVI style. They are strong and sturdy.
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Seating

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Wood

Elegant French Style Carved Sofa
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A large and deep French Style sofa with elaborately carved and shaped frame with a floral basket crest. The arm ends with carved acanthus leaves and bell flowers along the front frame and skirt. Raised on short fluted tapering legs in front and square in back. Upholstered in a very pleasing Aqua tweed fabric. Along with two matching pillows and two complementary machine embroidered pillows with leaves...
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20th Century Louis XVI Seating

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Wood

Pair of Period 18th Century French Louis XVI Walnut Fauteuil Arm Chairs
Located in Nashville, TN
This is a rare pair of period Louis XVI fauteuil arm chairs in solid walnut. Recently upholstered in crushed emerald green fabric. Recently waxed ...
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Mid-18th Century French Antique Louis XVI Seating

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Walnut

19th Century French Louis XVI Style Giltwood Marquise or Bergere
Located in Houston, TX
19th century French Louis XVI style giltwood marquise or bergere. This stunning antique French Louis XVI style gilt wood chair, marquise, loveseat or bergere chair is most comfortabl...
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1870s French Antique Louis XVI Seating

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Giltwood

Pair of Louis XVI Style Marquis Armchairs
Located in Elkton, MD
Pair of Louis XVI style Marquis attributed to Grosfeld House.
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Louis XVI Seating

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Upholstery, Wood

Pair of French Louis XVI Style Walnut Armchairs or Side Chairs
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of French Louis XVI style walnut armchairs or side chairs. Offered is a lovely pair of French Louis XVI style walnut armchairs or side chairs. This handsome pair of French Louis...
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1920s French Vintage Louis XVI Seating

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Mohair, Walnut

Superb Pair of Naturalistic Carved Gilded with birds Louis XVI French Armchairs
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a spectacular pair of armchairs is part of a full salon set with an additional pair of identical armchairs and settee listed separately. The finish and carving is extraordina...
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1920s French Vintage Louis XVI Seating

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Gold Leaf

19th Century French Hand Carved Bergere Chairs - Armchairs in Louis XVI Style
Located in Sofia, BG
Elegant French hand carved bergere chairs with richly decorated wooden frame hand painted in light grey and brand new upholstery in turquoise silk textile. Very comfortable shape an...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Seating

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Wood

French Louis XVI Style Caned Seat and Back Carved Oak Vanity Chair
Located in Doylestown, PA
French Louis XVI style caned seat and back carved oak vanity chair, c. 1920. Charming chair beautifully carved with central rosettes, ribbon swag, ac...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Seating

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Cane, Oak

Superb Quality Louis XVI Bronze Mounted Sofa Settee Manner of Francois Linke
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Louis XVI Bronze Mounted Sofa In Manner LINKE. Louis XVI Style Carved wood frame. Upholstered seat and back with bronze mounts and nail head trim. Dimensions: 40" h x 74 1/4" w x ...
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1880s French Antique Louis XVI Seating

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Bronze

Set of Six Antique French Dining Room Chairs
Located in Baambrugge, NL
Set of six antique French dining chairs in Louis XVI style. The chairs feature a beautiful, worn off-white/cream patina and have been recently reupholstered with a soft, green-tinted...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Seating

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Wood

Pair of Louis XVI Style Walnut Caned Needlepoint Lounge Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Divine pair of French caned lounge chairs or armchairs featuring the original art nouveau style needlepoint. Beautifully crafted from walnut i...
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20th Century French Louis XVI Seating

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Fabric, Cane, Walnut

Set of Six Italian 19th Century Louis XVI Style Giltwood Dining Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A very decorative set of six Italian 19th century Louis XVI style patinated and giltwood dining chairs. Each chair is raised on front with straight tapered legs decorated with carved...
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19th Century Italian Antique Louis XVI Seating

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Giltwood

Fine Quality Pair of French Louis XVI Carved Side Chairs, Circa 1940s
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
For customers that require professional insured delivery we are proud to have teamed up with a nationwide professional delivery company that will assist with coordinating your delive...
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1940s French Vintage Louis XVI Seating

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Walnut

Italian 19th Century Louis XVI Style Set of Sixteen Ebony and Giltwood Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A very unique and extremely refined set of sixteen Italian early 19th century Louis XVI st. ebony and giltwood dining chairs. Each elegant chair is raised on tapered legs accented with giltwood carved acanthus leaves and top cap. At the straight frieze is a giltwood twisted rope design flanked by rosette blocks at each corner. The magnificent tapered pierced ebony back is decorated by running laurel wreath and rosette diamond...
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19th Century Italian Antique Louis XVI Seating

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Ebony

Pair of French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Armchairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A most elegant and extremely high-quality pair of French 19th century Louis XVI st. giltwood "Bergères À Oreilles" armchairs. Each chair is raised by fine circular tapered fluted leg...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Seating

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Giltwood

Set Of Twelve French Early 19th Century Louis XVI St. Patinated Dining Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A very attractive French early 19th century Louis XVI st. set of twelve patinated dining chairs. Each chair is raised by circular tapered legs with a twisted reeded design and acanth...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Seating

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Wood

Pair of Finely Carved Oversized 19th Century Painted Louis XVI Style Bergères
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of painted bergere chairs, each having a channelled frame with ivory painted finish showing natural wear, its rounded crestrail surmounted by an intricately carved floral spray,...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Seating

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Upholstery, Wood

Set of Six Louis XVI Style Square Back Painted Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Classic set of six French Louis XVI style painted dining chairs having a distinctive square back. The set features a painted finish with an intentionally aged, weathered patina. The ...
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20th Century French Louis XVI Seating

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Fabric, Beech

French Louis XVI Style Cane Side Chairs, 1880s. Set of 2.
Located in Asaa, DK
French Louis XVI Style Cane Side Chairs, 1880s. Set of 2. Gorgeous pair of hand carved side chairs with original woven caned seat and back. Made in France in the late 19th century i...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Seating

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Cane, Hardwood

Pair of French Louis XVI Style Black and Gold Cane Back Bergeres, Lounge Chairs
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions- H: 34 1/4in W: 25 3/4in D: 24in SH: 17 1/4in This Pair of French Louis XVI Style Cane Back Bergeres, Lounge Chairs are perfect for you and your home and are a lovely example of high quality furniture from the late 20th century! If you look at the photos provided you will see the attention to detail within the carved frames as well as the fine cane backs which do not have any holes or breaks. The pair is accompanied by luxurious striped upholstery as well as two cushions for your back that can be removed if you desire. This pair is perfect for any entryway, living room, bedroom or office and is bound to bring that little extra sense of character and class into your home. One nice thing about this pair is their ability to be paired with a variety of other styles including, Art Deco, Art Nouveau, Louis XV, Louis XVI, Mid Century Modern and Contemporary! The chairs are in good antique/vintage condition with light surface scratches and minor finish loss to the frames but otherwise good condition. Upholstery appears to be in good shape as I do not see any rips or stains however this is used antique...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Louis XVI Seating

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Upholstery, Wood, Cane

Vintage French Louis XVI Style Cream Painted Gold Gilt Lounge Arm Chairs - Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage French Louis XVI Style Cream Painted Gold Gilt Lounge Arm Chairs - Pair. Item features solid wood frame, upholstered arm rests, distressed finish, nicely carved details, tape...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Louis XVI Seating

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Fabric, Wood

Pair of 19th-20th Century Louis XVI Style Carved Armchairs
Located in Manhasset, NY
Pair of 19th-20th century Louis XVI style finely carved armchairs in Gianni Versace Fabric. These spectacular one of a kind antique walnut fauteuils or ...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Seating

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Wood

Lovely Pair of French 19th Century Louis XVI Neoclassical Side Chairs
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Add a touch of elegance to any room in the home with the exquisite carving on the frams of these French Louis XVI painted chairs having rectangular backs with beautifully rounded and...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Seating

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Upholstery, Wood

19th Century French Louis XVI Style Chaise Lounge
Located in Houston, TX
Unusually shaped French Louis XVI style painted and gilt banquette, chaise lounge, bench, daybed or loveseat with Greek key design, ready for your own fabric...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Seating

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Fabric, Wood

Louis XVI Style Bergere Chairs
Located in San Angelo, TX
Here is a beautiful and feminine pair of Louis XVI style bergere chairs. The color palette is a light blue/gray with ivory color paint th...
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19th Century European Antique Louis XVI Seating

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Upholstery, Wood, Paint

Set Of Six French Turn Of The Century Louis XVI St. Fruitwood Side Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A wonderful and complete set of six French turn of the century Louis XVI st. ebonized Fruitwood side chairs. Each ebonized Fruitwood chair is raised by elegant circular tapered flute...
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20th Century French Louis XVI Seating

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Fruitwood

Painted Wood Window Bench / Arms & Flute Carved Accents / Upholstered Seat
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Beautiful Italian Louis XVI style painted wooden frame and hand decorated floral design bench with silk damask blend upholstered seat from the mid century. This bench features hand c...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Louis XVI Seating

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Upholstery, Wood, Paint

Pair of Louis XVI Style Fauteuils or Armchairs with Silk Lampas Fabric
Located in Pembroke, MA
Pair of lovely Louis XVI style painted fauteuils with elegant silk lampas French fabric and double welt (early 20th century). The chairs are a light cream color with parcel gilt acce...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Seating

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Fabric, Silk, Upholstery, Wood

French Oak Louis XVI Style Bergere & Ottoman
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A sophisticated set that includes a French 19th century oak bergere and ottoman. Fluted legs, indicative of the Louis XVI style, support each broad cushioned piece with slender elega...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Seating

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Fabric, Wood, Oak

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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