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.
Swedish Two-Part Painted Linen Press Cabinet, 18th c. Rococo Period
Located in Wichita, KS
A Swedish painted linen press or armoire from the Rococo period, made in two parts with original working locks and later hardware. Circa 1770. This cabinet is beautifully proportione...
Wood, Paint
$3,486Sale Price|30% Off
French Country Louis XV Style Carved "Bombe" Walnut Commode Chest of Drawers
Located in Miami, FL
French country carved "Bombe" walnut chest in the Rococo style. Item features solid wood construction, beautiful wood grain, distressed finish, finely carved details, working lock an...
Bronze
Cabinet 18th Century Sweden Period Rococo
Located in Charleston, SC
18th century Swedish Cabinet from period rococo ca 1760 Stockholm. Original hardwares - please see in photo of very original key. Upper cabinet with two large doors, resting on six s...
Bronze
Antique Linen Press
Located in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire
A fine George III Sheraton period oval panelled mahogany linen press of a good color and patina: The cupboard with three cedar lined slides and oak lined d...
Wood, Mahogany
$8,500Sale Price|32% Off
H 79.5 in W 55 in D 23.5 in
Antique Dutch Painted Country Bombe Linen Press Cabinet
Located in Sheffield, MA
The rare diminutive Dutch Bombe linen press has original white painted over blue with three deep drawers below and a double-door storage space ...
Wood
Antique French Louis XV Style Bombe Chest of Drawers
By Charles Cressent
Located in Forney, TX
A stunning French Louis XV bombe marble-top chest of drawers commode from the 19th century, styled in the manner of Charles Cressent (France, 1685–1768), finished in luxurious Rocco ...
Marble, Bronze, Ormolu
$1,276Sale Price|20% Off
H 32.5 in W 34.25 in D 17.75 in
Louis XV Style Country French Commode Chest of Drawers Server Cabinet Dresser
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This Louis XV style Country French commode chest of drawers is a fine example of traditional provincial craftsmanship with timeless charm and versatile function. Crafted in richly to...
Walnut
Antique Country French Louis XV Oak Commode ~ Chest of Drawers
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Country French Louis XV Oak Commode ~ Chest of Drawers is a definitive example of the style, rendered from solid oak to literally last for centuries! The contoured top featu...
Brass
Antique 18th C Italian Linen Press Armoire Wardrobe Cabinet
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Antique 18th C Italian Linen Press Armoire Wardrobe Cabinet.
Walnut
Vintage Art Deco Style Tallboy / Linen Cabinet Press, 1950s
Located in South Shields, GB
A finely proportioned mid-20th-century English tallboy cabinet executed in figured burr walnut veneer, retaining a warm, even patina. The cabinet comprises a double-door upper cupbo...
Wood, Walnut
English George lll, Linen Press Cabinet, Burl Mahogany, 1815
Located in Manhasset, NY
English George lll, Linen Press Cabinet, Burl Mahogany, 1815 This Burl Mahogany George III Linen Press is a striking piece that showcases the elegance and craftsmanship of 19th-cent...
Mahogany
Antique Louis XV Style Provincial Walnut Bombe Chest of Drawers
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Antique Louis XV style provincial bombe walnut chest of drawers, 19th century. With a two board walnut top with thumb molded front and side edges, 3 bombe shaped drawers, rococo shap...
Brass
Hand Painted Red Moroccan Linen Press Armoire Cabinet Wardrobe Chest
Located in West Hartford, CT
This exquisite red hand-painted Moroccan linen press showcases intricate geometric designs, making it a stunning focal point for any room. Inside, it features spacious shelves, perf...
Wood
$7,106Sale Price|35% Off
H 66.93 in W 39.38 in D 15.36 in
Swedish Biedermeier Glass Front Linen Press Book Case Cabinet Marquetry Black
Located in Lewes, England
Beautiful Swedish antique Biedermeier linen press bookcase cabinet in fabulous black patina finish with carved detailed on each side of the glazed doors. There is sumptuous carved ...
Birch
18th Century Swedish Linen Press
Located in Houston, TX
18th Century Swedish Linen Press from late 1700's. Has original hardware, aged painted finish. Comes with 3 keys. Two-piece set
Wool, Paint
18th c. Swedish Rococo Period Painted Linen Press
Located in Wichita, KS
A Swedish painted linen press or armoire from the Rococo period, circa 1760. This piece is made in two parts with original locks and cast brass hardware. This cabinet is beautifully ...
Brass
18th c. Dutch Linen Press with Bombay Base in Original Patina
Located in Wichita, KS
A beautiful, hand-carved, two-part Dutch cabinet from the 18th century with original patina and brass hardware. Circa 1780. The upper section has a carved cornice with shell motif, t...
Brass
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H 93.7 in W 57.87 in D 21.2 in
Swedish Rococo 1760s Painted and Carved Linen Press with Doors and Drawers
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish Rococo period painted wood linen press circa 1760 with angular cornice, two doors and four drawers on curving legs. Embrace the elegance of the 18th century with this Swedi...
Wood
18th c. Swedish Rococo Period Painted Linen Press Cabinet
Located in Wichita, KS
An 18th century two-part Swedish linen press or armoire from the Rococo period with original bronze hardware, locks, and keys. This cabinet is beautifully proportioned with a gracefully arched pediment cornice, scalloped apron, and cabriole legs. The antique patina is a neutral, light ivory / gray with wood showing through in areas. The interior paint is original and the upper section contains three fixed shelves, the top shaped and slotted for spoons. The bottom cabinet has two large drawers and two small drawers. A grand size with excellent storage. We offer expedited, fully-insured, custom packaged / crated, domestic and global shipping, including delivery to the door service, delivery to a receiver service, and white glove service, which includes inside setup with debris removal. Please inquire for more information. A linen press is a piece of furniture traditionally used to store and press linens, such as sheets, pillowcases, and towels. Typically, these cabinets consists of an upper section with shelves and a lower section with drawers. Today, linen press cabinets are often used to store barware, glassware, dinnerware, table linens...
Wood, Paint
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H 89 in W 65.38 in D 28.75 in
Swedish Two-Part Painted Linen Press Cabinet, 18th c. Rococo Period
Located in Wichita, KS
A Swedish painted linen press or armoire from the Rococo period, circa 1760. This piece is made in two parts with original locks and cast brass hardware. This cabinet is beautifully ...
Wood, Paint
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H 89.75 in W 55.5 in D 24.82 in
18th C. Swedish Rococo Period Painted Marriage Cabinet with Provenance
Located in Wichita, KS
An 18th century two-part Swedish linen press or armoire from the Rococo period. Provenance on the inside doors dates piece to 1796 and 1826. This period Rococo marriage cabinet...
Wood, Paint
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H 100.44 in W 79.94 in D 25.57 in
18th c. Dutch Rococo Period Oak Linen Cabinet Press in Original Patina
Located in Wichita, KS
A rare and impressive hand-carved cabinet with original brass hardware, Corinthian capitals, and column base escutcheon caps. This 18th c. Dutch oak linen press from the Rococo perio...
Brass
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H 85 in W 55.13 in D 20.88 in
18th C. Swedish Rocco Period Two-Part Linen Press Cabinet in Original Blue Paint
Located in Wichita, KS
A stunning 18th c. Swedish two-part linen press from the Rococo period with original locks, hardware, and keys. Found in Belgium. The patina is original inside and out. This cabinet ...
Wood, Paint
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H 88.19 in W 48.82 in D 20.07 in
18th C. Swedish Rococo Period Two-Part Painted Linen Press Cabinet
Located in Wichita, KS
A Swedish painted linen press or armoire from the Rococo period, circa 1760. This piece is made in two parts with original locks and cast brass hardware. This cabinet is beautifully ...
Brass
18th Century Swedish Rococo Period Linen Press Cabinet
Located in Wichita, KS
An 18th century two-part Swedish linen press or armoire from the Rococo period with original bronze hardware, locks, and keys. This cabinet is beautifully proportioned with a gracefu...
Paint
18th Century Swedish Period Rococo Painted Wood Linen Press Cabinet
Located in Atlanta, GA
A fabulous 18th century Swedish period Rococo painted wood cabinet with plentiful storage. This antique cabinet from Sweden houses an upper cabinet of two doors, which open on a spac...
Metal