Rococo Buffets

ROCOCO STYLE

Rococo was an aesthetic movement in the fine and decorative arts in the 18th century that found its inspiration in nature and fostered an overall lightness and delicacy of form, construction and ornament in interior design. Rococo furniture, while greatly influenced by trends in Italy and Germany, is often called Louis XV style — the movement having reached its best expression during that sybaritic French king’s reign.

The term “rococo” is thought to be a portmanteau of the French words rocaille and coquilles — “rock” and “shells” — organic motifs frequently used in architecture and design of the style.

When it comes to authentic Rococo furniture's characteristics, it is above all sensuous and social. The furniture of earlier eras in Europe had been heavy in every sense; the Rococo period saw the appearance of light-framed upholstered armchairs, side chairs and occasional tables that could easily be moved to form conversational circles.

The signal detail of Rococo furniture design is the gently curved cabriole, or S-shaped chair-, table-, and cabinet-leg. It imitates the bend of a tree limb or a flower stem. In a further reference to nature, furnishings were often asymmetrical and painted white, or in soft, pastel shades. Rococo has become a timeless style, and as the furniture pieces presented on 1stDibs demonstrate, its playful, sculptural forms can provide visual excitement to contemporary, clean-lined spaces.

Style: Rococo

Elegant 18th C. French Rococo Buffet à Deux-Corps

$6,440

Elegant 18th C. French Rococo Buffet à Deux-Corps

Located in Atlanta, GA

A tall, 18th Century Rococo wooden display and storage cabinet from France. This antique oak wood cabinet features a nicely arched and molded center top pediment and is designed throughout in nice molding with raised panels, and presented on a flat base. This buffet à deux-corps (which is the name for a French buffet consisting of an upper and lower case, "deux" referencing the two parts) has a pair of arched doors...

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18th Century French Antique Rococo Buffets

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Wood

French Pine Buffet a Deux Corps, C. 1800

$2,500Sale Price|44% Off

H 88 in W 52 in D 24 in

French Pine Buffet a Deux Corps, C. 1800

Located in Doylestown, PA

A nicely carved French buffet a deux corps in pine, from the Normandy region circa 1800, carved with floral motifs, wire grill doors in the upper cabinet and the interior lined with ...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Rococo Buffets

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Pine

19th Century French Renaissance-Style Buffet a Deux Corps in Walnut

$6,890

H 93.25 in W 59 in D 24.25 in

19th Century French Renaissance-Style Buffet a Deux Corps in Walnut

Located in INTERLAKEN, NY

A Belle Époque French buffet a deux corps in a medium, brown-colored walnut. This very beautiful Renaissance-style buffet features exceptional carvings of urns, flowers & foliage tha...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Rococo Buffets

Materials

Brass

18th Century French Louis XV Buffet a Deux Corps or Sideboard

$11,000

H 121 in W 57 in D 26.5 in

18th Century French Louis XV Buffet a Deux Corps or Sideboard

Located in Winter Park, FL

An 18th century French Louis XV buffet à deux corps made from thick planks of solid walnut. Excellent craftsmanship and grand in scale at 10 feet tall, the provenance of this buffet ...

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Mid-18th Century French Antique Rococo Buffets

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Walnut

19th C Louis Philippe Style Mahogany Buffet a Deux Corps

$5,295

H 83 in W 47 in D 21.25 in

19th C Louis Philippe Style Mahogany Buffet a Deux Corps

Located in Troy, MI

Circa 1880s French Louis Philippe mahogany buffet a deux corps. Features include a top section with locking glazed doors and two adjustable internal shelves, a footed base with two l...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Rococo Buffets

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Glass, Mahogany

Circa 1730 Bleached Oak Buffet Deux Corps from Laval, France

$8,900

H 91.75 in W 53.875 in D 29.125 in

Circa 1730 Bleached Oak Buffet Deux Corps from Laval, France

Located in Dallas, TX

Hand-carved in Laval, France, circa 1730, this oak buffet deux corps has been bleached, allowing the motifs of the Louis XV cabinet to gain promi...

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1730s French Antique Rococo Buffets

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Oak

Grand 18th Century Country French Buffet a Deux Corps in Stripped Oak

$7,980

H 105 in W 59 in D 25 in

Grand 18th Century Country French Buffet a Deux Corps in Stripped Oak

Located in Dallas, TX

Rooted in the refined traditions of the French countryside, this grand 18th century buffet à deux corps reflects the quiet elegance associated with well-appointed provincial homes and châteaux of the era. Its scale and presence speak to a piece conceived with intention — custom-crafted to suit an interior where proportion, craftsmanship, and enduring beauty were thoughtfully considered. Rendered from dense, old-growth oak and presented in a beautifully stripped finish, the wood reveals its natural character and soft tonal variation. The disciplined symmetry of the paneling, the gently contoured door frames, and the refined molding details embody the measured grace of 18th century French design. Fluted and reeded cornerposts introduce a subtle classical influence, reinforcing the heritage of the period. In today’s interiors, such a piece offers remarkable versatility. The generous upper and lower cabinets provide abundant storage for linens, serving pieces, books, or household essentials. The upper section can also accommodate a concealed television or media components, allowing it to function beautifully as an entertainment center while maintaining the timeless character of 18th century French antique...

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1790s French Antique Rococo Buffets

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Oak

Painted French Buffet Deux Corps with Antique Shutter Doors

$4,600

H 73 in W 49 in D 16.75 in

Painted French Buffet Deux Corps with Antique Shutter Doors

Located in Dallas, TX

Assembled by a French artisan, this painted buffet has incorporated two pairs of antique shutter doors into the deux corps (two bodies) constr...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Rococo Buffets

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Metal, Iron

19th C French Provincial Oak Buffet a Deux Corps

$4,990

H 86 in W 54 in D 23 in

19th C French Provincial Oak Buffet a Deux Corps

By Bloom Home Inc

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

This antique French Provincial buffet deux corps is a classic piece crafted from solid oak with dovetail drawers and a 1.25" drawer box. It features original working locking key, and...

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19th Century French Antique Rococo Buffets

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Oak

A French 18th-19th C. Provincial Louis XV Style Walnut Vaisselier Hutch Buffet

$4,950Sale Price|41% Off

H 85.63 in W 53 in D 26.5 in

A French 18th-19th C. Provincial Louis XV Style Walnut Vaisselier Hutch Buffet

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A French 18th-19th century Provincial Louis XV style carved walnut Vaisselier hutch buffet. The rectangular body with twin apron drawers with hammered silvered-metal hardware, center...

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18th Century French Antique Rococo Buffets

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Metal

French 19th Century Buffet "deux-corps" Cauchois

$5,800

H 94 in W 52.5 in D 19.5 in

French 19th Century Buffet "deux-corps" Cauchois

Located in Stockbridge, GA

French 19th century Buffet "deux-corps" Cauchois. The glasses are original. Provenance: Normandie (France).

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Rococo Buffets

Materials

Pine

18th Century French Cherry Buffet a Deux Corps

$8,800

H 93 in W 55.5 in D 19.5 in

18th Century French Cherry Buffet a Deux Corps

Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL

This is an early French Louis XV provincial cherrywood buffet a deluxe corps with an arched cornice over a carved conforming frieze above two glazed doors situated on a bottom sectio...

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Late 18th Century French Antique Rococo Buffets

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Cherry

18th Century Country French Painted Buffet a Deux Corps

$9,800

H 88.5 in W 55.5 in D 28.5 in

18th Century Country French Painted Buffet a Deux Corps

Located in Dallas, TX

18th Century Country French Painted Buffet a Deux Corps is a wonderfully preserved historically significant piece that is destined to enth...

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1770s French Antique Rococo Buffets

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Oak

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Early 20th C. Venetian Painted Sideboard with Faux Marble Top and Floral Panels

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H 40 in W 88 in D 19.5 in

Early 20th C. Venetian Painted Sideboard with Faux Marble Top and Floral Panels

Located in Dallas, TX

Bring timeless Venetian charm to an entryway or dining room with this exquisite painted sideboard from Italy, circa early 20th century. The serpentine-front cabinet features two frie...

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Early 20th Century Italian Rococo Buffets

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Oak

18th Century Swedish Rococo Antique Buffet

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H 47.25 in W 72 in D 19 in

18th Century Swedish Rococo Antique Buffet

Located in New Orleans, LA

A graceful 18th century Swedish Rococo buffet with serpentine lines, carved floral motifs, and original painted finish in soft, timeworn tones—capturing the light, elegant spirit of ...

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18th Century Swedish Antique Rococo Buffets

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Wood, Paint

Swedish Rococo Period 18th Century Buffet from Värmland with Canted Side Posts

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H 40.5 in W 62.5 in D 24.5 in

Swedish Rococo Period 18th Century Buffet from Värmland with Canted Side Posts

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Swedish Rococo period 18th century painted wood buffet from Värmland, with canted sides, four drawers and two doors. Created in the west-central province of Värmland during the 18t...

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18th Century Swedish Antique Rococo Buffets

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Wood

1800s Antique French Breton, Carved, Stained Glass Double Buffets, Set of Two

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H 96.5 in W 79.5 in D 25.5 in

1800s Antique French Breton, Carved, Stained Glass Double Buffets, Set of Two

Located in Austin, TX

Gorgeous Antique Nightstands (2) Pair, Rococo Style, Marble-Top, Mahogany, Foliate, 19th Century, 1800s! Antique Buffets, Double, Pair, French Breton Style, Finely Carved, 19th C, 1800s!! This is a pair of antique double buffet...

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19th Century French Antique Rococo Buffets

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Stained Glass, Wood

18th Century, Swedish, Rococo Cabinet

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H 18.12 in W 40.16 in L 18.12 in

18th Century, Swedish, Rococo Cabinet

Located in Allerum, SE

Fine 18th century Rococo cabinet in Its original colour, gracefully thin with beveled corners, which is rather unusual. Ca 1770 Sweden.

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18th Century Swedish Antique Rococo Buffets

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Pine

Grand Country French Buffet a Deaux Corps

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H 94.38 in W 63.75 in D 29 in

Grand Country French Buffet a Deaux Corps

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Circa 1770 grand country French buffet à deux corps from Normandy. Rare galbée form, the interiors shelves also conforming to the shape. Rococo. Basket flower, tendrils, bunches of g...

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Mid-18th Century French Antique Rococo Buffets

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Oak

Pair of 19th Century Scandinavian Sideboards in Rococo Style

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H 39.75 in W 53 in L 39.75 in

Pair of 19th Century Scandinavian Sideboards in Rococo Style

Located in Charleston, SC

A pair of very curvy and large late 19th century Scandinavian sideboards in Rococo style painted in a soft white with two drawers under the shaped top and plenty of storage inside, r...

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Late 19th Century Scandinavian Antique Rococo Buffets

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Oak, Paint

18th Century Rococo Corner Buffet

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H 40.56 in W 42.13 in D 29.73 in

18th Century Rococo Corner Buffet

Located in Allerum, SE

Fine and unusual 18thcentury Rococo corner buffet in original color, circa 1770, Sweden.

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18th Century Swedish Antique Rococo Buffets

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Wood

18th Century Rococo Sideboard

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H 34.26 in W 61.42 in D 27.76 in

18th Century Rococo Sideboard

Located in Allerum, SE

Remarkable and unusually large 18th century Rococo buffet/sideboard with great patina and in great proportions for its size, circa 1750, Sweden.

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Mid-18th Century Swedish Antique Rococo Buffets

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Wood

Continental Burl Walnut Server

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H 52.75 in W 48 in D 24.25 in

Continental Burl Walnut Server

Located in Hixson, TN

A fine burl walnut server from Europe. This cabinet is made of remarkable quality. Choice selection of burl walnut to the solid walnut used for the case. This piece is vintage but of...

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Early 20th Century Italian Rococo Buffets

Early 19th Century Italian Credenza in Burl Walnut

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H 40 in W 71 in D 23.5 in

Early 19th Century Italian Credenza in Burl Walnut

Located in Hixson, TN

Early 19th century Italian credenza in burl walnut. A superb early 19th century Italian burl walnut credenza. Shaped front and sides. There are three drawers and four doors. Each ...

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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Rococo Buffets

18th Century Carved Italian Buffet

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H 46 in W 64 in D 21.25 in

18th Century Carved Italian Buffet

Located in Houston, TX

18th century Italian buffet from a Palazzo in Venice. Beautiful intricate carving on panels down the facade of piece and along the perimete...

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Mid-18th Century Italian Antique Rococo Buffets

Materials

Hardwood

Rococo buffets for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Rococo buffets for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage buffets created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include case pieces and storage cabinets and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, oak and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Rococo buffets made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Scandinavia pieces for sale on 1stDibs. 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 buffets differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $4,195 and tops out at $16,000 while the average work can sell for $10,034.