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Louis XIII Furniture

LOUIS XIII STYLE

Antique Louis XIII furniture is not as lavish as that of his son Louis XIV, who transformed his father’s modest Versailles hunting lodge into a sumptuous palace. Yet the imposing forms of its chairs, dressers, tables and other pieces express grandeur and luxury.

When Henry IV was assassinated in the streets of Paris in 1610, his young son became the king of France. With Louis XIII too young to rule, the widowed Marie de' Medici — a native of Italy and member of the prominent House of Medici — became regent, instilling an Italian influence in the decorative arts. Even after Louis XIII exiled his mother and took power in 1617, this aesthetic informed his court style. As did the consolidation of power, established with his chief minister, Cardinal Richelieu, through his death in 1643.

From sturdy chests and tall cupboards to colossal four-poster beds, almost every piece of Louis XIII furniture was heavily carved or turned from dark-toned wood. Motifs of the period included scrollwork, foliage, fruits, grotesque masks and other images of abundance, often inlaid in marquetry of wood or tortoiseshell. Ornamental scenes, sometimes carved on cabinet panels and other pieces from rare ebony, oak or walnut, were borrowed from engravings by northern European masters like Peter Paul Rubens. Engravings also spread the Louis XIII style during the 17th century, particularly by printmaker Abraham Bosse, who depicted the popular Louis XIII chairs designed with upholstered seats and low, wide backs.

The lofty profiles of the French furniture complemented the architecture under the reign of Louis XIII, such as the Palais du Luxembourg by chief architect Salomon de Brosse and architect Jacques Lemercier’s chapel at the Sorbonne, which showcased the influence of Italian Baroque.

Find a collection of antique Louis XIII armchairs, storage cabinets, decorative objects and other items on 1stDibs.

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Style: Louis XIII
Italian Louis XIII Style Light Walnut & Upholstered Large Bench, 2nd half 19thc
Located in Atlanta, GA
Having a mohair upholstered seat with fringed decoration, the frame of lights walnut with turned legs joined by an double h-form stretcher
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1870s Italian Antique Louis XIII Furniture

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Walnut

Set of Eight Louis XIII Style Walnut Upholstered Side Chairs
Located in Milford, NH
A fine set of Louis XIII style walnut side chairs in floral red velour upholstery with nail finish border, padded backs, arched crest, and nicely turned legs with H form stretchers. ...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture

Materials

Upholstery

Set of Four French Louis XIII Style Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Magnificent dining chairs made in the French Louis XIII and French Louis XIV transitional taste. Featuring a dramatic Fortuny style upholstery with an urn motif in a bold citron-yell...
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20th Century Italian Louis XIII Furniture

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Fabric, Giltwood, Wood

Louis XIII-style 19th Century French Walnut Throne Seating Set
Located in Lučenec, SK
This elegant 19th century Renaissance Revival seating set with new upholstery and hand-carved walnut legs, circa 1870s. It is a solid wooden construction it features a highly decorat...
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Mid-19th Century Austrian Antique Louis XIII Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Early 20th Century French Baroque Carved Mahogany Barley Twist Pedestal Table
Located in Dallas, TX
Display a bust or a flower vase on this elegant, antique pedestal. Crafted in Southern France circa 1920 and built of mahogany, the column sits on a thick decorative rectangular plin...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XIII Furniture

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Mahogany

Two Louis XIII Style chairs, circa 1900
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
 6 Louis XIII style chairs in oak and velvet, circa 1950 Stable and solid chair, bleached velvet
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1950s French Vintage Louis XIII Furniture

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Oak, Velvet

Louis XIII / Haute Epoque style armchair with women sculpted on the armrests.
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
Beautiful Louis XIII / Haute Epoque style armchair with sculpted women on the armrests. Late 19th century. Most certainly inspired by a pair of armchairs circa 1640 kept at the Louv...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture

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Fabric, Velvet, Wood

Important Antwerp Cabinet In Tortoiseshell, Ebony And Bronze, 17th Century
Located in Honnelles, WHT
Important Antwerp Cabinet In tortoiseshell, ebony And Bronze, theater in ebony and bone marquetry
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17th Century Belgian Antique Louis XIII Furniture

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Bronze

French Louis XIII Style Side Dining Chairs, Reupholstered - Set of 6
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Dimensions: H 41,7" / W 20" / D 20,9" Height from floor to seat: 18,5" Elegant set of six French dining chairs made in the Louis XIII Style. Constructed from solid oak with tall arc...
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Mid-20th Century French Louis XIII Furniture

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Fabric, Bouclé, Oak

footrest or small oak stool in Louis XIII style, late 19th century
Located in Mouscron, WHT
footrest or small oak stool in Louis XIII style, late 19th century
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19th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture

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Oak

Christ On The Cross, Crucifix In Wood And Red Tortoiseshell
Located in Honnelles, WHT
Christ on the cross, Wooden and red tortoiseshell crucifix, silver, Antwerp hallmarks Dimensions of the Christ : 19 x 14,5 cm
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17th Century European Antique Louis XIII Furniture

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Sterling Silver

19th Century French Louis XIII Carved Oak Parquet Top Two-Door Buffet
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant antique buffet was crafted in southwest France, circa 1850. Built of oak, the cabinet stands on front bun feet over a intricately carved bottom plinth. The cabinet featu...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture

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Oak

Early 18th Century Country French Louis XIII Armoire
Located in Dallas, TX
Early 18th Century Country French Louis XIII Armoire is a stately expression of the genre, rendered by talented artisans with what would today be considered primitive tools yet resul...
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Early 18th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture

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Chestnut, Elm, Oak

Bleached French Os De Mouton Tabouret Stool, White Cotton Upholstery, C. 1900
Located in Dallas, TX
Easily recognized by its highly shaped legs and stretchers, os de mouton is an elegant style of carving that was first seen during the reign of Louis XIII. Although typically used fo...
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Early 1900s French Antique Louis XIII Furniture

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Metal

19th Century French Louis XIII Oak Barley Twist Jelly Cabinet with Rooster Motif
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate an entry, study or office with this elegant antique jelly cabinet with carved rooster. Crafted in France, circa 1870 and built of oak, the small buffet stands on a recessed ...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture

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Oak

Set of Five Upholstered Louis XIII style Dining Chairs, 19th Century
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A very stylish set of five Louis XIII-style dining chairs, each one featuring a padded scrolled button back and over-stuffed seat, upholstered in a pale gold fabric and secured all r...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture

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Walnut

Pair Early 20th Century French Carved Oak Turned Leg Demilune Side Tables
Located in Dallas, TX
These elegant antique demilune side tables were created in France circa 1920. Built of oak, each table stands on four turned legs ending wi...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XIII Furniture

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Oak

Louis XIII Table In Walnut -17th Century
Located in Brussels, Brussels
lovely 17th century walnut table Louis XIII style table resting on a very elegant base with turned legs connected by a spacer and ending with balls Very nice filming work with good q...
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17th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture

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Walnut

19th Century Walnut Monastery Table
Located in Brussels, Brussels
lovely monastery table in walnut from the 19th century Very beautiful model which can be used as a dining room table or large console top with a great patina and a walnut with a very...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture

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Walnut

Louis XIII French Style Oak Round Pedestal Table
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Louis XIII French style oak round pedestal table, circa 1950.
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1950s French Vintage Louis XIII Furniture

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Oak

Fireback Dated 1626 Representing a Cruciferous Orb Framed by Two Angels
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dated 1626 during the reign of the king Louis XIII, this beautiful fireback shows a crossed globe supported by 2angles.
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17th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture

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Iron

Antique Fireplace Mantel
Located in Made, NL
This antique castle mantelpiece made of French limestone dates from the 18th century and is in the style of Louis XIII. An imposing fireplace with a wide front section and slightly c...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture

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Limestone

19th Century Fireplace of french limestone in style of Louis XIII
Located in Made, NL
Very impressive castle mantelpiece made of French limestone from the 19th century in style of Louis XIII. This antique mantel has a beautiful wide front section, making the mantelpie...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture

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Limestone

Set Of 4 Lorraine Chairs From The 18th Century In Oak
Located in Brussels, Brussels
lovely set of 4 Lorraires oak chairs from the 18th century. This beautiful set of French provenance are in oak and in superb condition. Seat height 4...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture

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Oak

Small French Country Limestone Antique Fireplace Surround
Located in Beervelde, BE
A small and fine burgundy bicolor hard stone vintage fireplace surround. The surface is hammered and tailler. It was built in the Louis XIII period, 17th century. Measures: 130,5 cm ...
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17th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture

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Stone

18th Century Oak Monastery Refectory Table
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A substantial and very handsome monastery refectory table meticulously crafted from solid oak, and featuring the traditional trestle underframe and stretcher. The Louis XIII style ta...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture

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Oak

Pair of large wrought iron sconces
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
large pair of wrought iron sconces
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20th Century French Louis XIII Furniture

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Wrought Iron

Antique Fireplace
Located in Made, NL
Beautiful imposing castle mantelpiece made of French limestone! A very robust antique fireplace from the 18th century with a wide front section and slender legs. This fireplace is bo...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture

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Limestone

Early 20th Century French Carved Bleached Oak Farm Table with Fleur-de-Lis
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant antique dining table was crafted in Normandy, France circa 1920. Built of solid oak, the rustic table stands on two substantial carved baluster-form support legs ending ...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XIII Furniture

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Oak

Midcentury English Carved Chestnut Eight Gate-Leg Drop-Leaf Oval Table
Located in Dallas, TX
Crafted in England from solid chestnut, circa 1950, the large fruitwood dining room table stands on sturdy turned legs embellished with a decorative stretcher at the bottom. The tabl...
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Early 20th Century English Louis XIII Furniture

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Chestnut

Pair Of Antique French Fauteuil Walnut Armchairs
Located in Calgary, Alberta
Substantial pair of 19th century Louis XIII style carved walnut French fauteuil armchairs. The chairs have block and turned front legs connected by a centre turned stretcher with tur...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture

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Wood, Walnut

18th Century French Onyx and Marble Top Carved Oak Chess and Checker Game Table
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a den or game room with this elegant antique card table. Crafted in southern France circa 1780, the table stands on thick barley twist legs decorated with diamond shape meda...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture

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Onyx, Marble

Small Writing Table/side Table In Walnut-17th Century
Located in Brussels, Brussels
lovely little table in walnut from the 17th century from the Netherlands opening with a drawer in teh frieze resting on a very elegant base with turned legs connected by spacers and ...
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17th Century Dutch Antique Louis XIII Furniture

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Walnut

Antique French Louis XIII Style Silvered Bronze 9 Light Chandelier, Circa 1890's
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique French Louis XIII Style Silvered Bronze 9 Light Chandelier, Circa 1890's.
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture

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Bronze

Pair Of Istrian Stone Columns, Venice 16th Century
Located in Honnelles, WHT
Pair Of Istrian Stone Columns, Venice 16th Century
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16th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture

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Marble

Two French Barley Wood Stools in Louis XIII Style, ca. 1870s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Two French Barley Wood Stools in Louis XIII Style, ca. 1870s It looks like it is still the original cover. It does have a few slight signs of wear, but it still looks really good. ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture

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Metal

Pair French Os De Mouton Dining Arm Chairs with Restored Frames and Coil Springs
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of French Classic Os De Mouton Arm Chairs that are old enough to have been assembled with wood pegs. When we see the wooden peg construction it generally indicates that the chai...
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1880s French Antique Louis XIII Furniture

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Wood

Large Pic Candle Or Verge Candlestick - Golden Wood With Leaf - Period: XIXth
Located in CRÉTEIL, FR
Large carved and gilded wooden candlestick, decorated with foliage, gadroons and acanthus leaves resting on a tripod base. This sumptuous piece has been restored in our workshops and...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture

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Wood

Antique French Fireplace
Located in Made, NL
"Transport Your Space to the 18th Century Countryside of France: Discover Our Magnificent Antique Limestone Fireplace. Embrace the timeless charm of rural France with our stunning 18...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture

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Limestone

18th Century Spanish Carved Walnut Single Plank Top Three-Drawer Console Table
Located in Dallas, TX
Add an elegant focal point to your study or library with this antique Spanish carved console. Carved in Spain circa 1750 and built of solid walnut wood, the trestle table stands on t...
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Mid-18th Century Spanish Antique Louis XIII Furniture

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Walnut

Pair of Louis XIII style armchairs in walnut circa 1930
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of original Louis XIII style armchairs in oak circa 1930, new fabric fabric in good condition, small hole at the back
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1930s French Vintage Louis XIII Furniture

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Walnut

Grand French Cottage Chateau Fireplace In Limestone With Lion Detail
Located in Beervelde, BE
One of a kind French castle fireplace surround in limestone. This statement mantle piece has rounded corners and fantastic original wear. The central cartouche figures a lion. Measur...
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17th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture

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Limestone

Pair of original Louis XIII style armchairs in oak circa 1930, new fabric
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of original Louis XIII style armchairs in oak circa 1930, new fabric,
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1930s French Vintage Louis XIII Furniture

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Velvet, Oak

Large Louis XIII style armchair, in walnut, from the 19th century. New fabric
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Large Louis XIII style armchair, in walnut, from the 19th century. New fabric
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture

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Walnut

19th Century French Louis XIII Walnut Sideboard
Located in Clinton Twp, MI
French Louis XIII style walnut sideboard measuring 106"h x 71"w x 30"d having inset black marble top. Upper segment is a adorned with carved spirals, flowers and vines. A deep mirror...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture

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Walnut

19th Century Spanish Baroque Carved Bleached Walnut and Iron Writing Table Desk
Located in Dallas, TX
Add a focal point to your study or library with this elegant antique fruitwood desk. Carved in Spain circa 1870, the tall trestle table stands on four carved barley twist legs ending in round feet, and connected with a decorative forged iron stretcher. The desk features three carved drawers across the front decorated with floral motifs and dressed with decorative iron knobs. The thick rectangular top surface built with one single plank of walnut, is embellished with a carved molded trim around the edges. The large writing table...
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Mid-19th Century Spanish Antique Louis XIII Furniture

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Wrought Iron

French Antique Kitchen Fireplace In Limestone With Original Patina
Located in Beervelde, BE
Elegant Louis XIII style and 17th century period fireplace surround with authentic patina. A beautiful rare color and with ancient surface structure. The perfect fireplace mantle pie...
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17th Century Antique Louis XIII Furniture

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Limestone

Large 19th Century Sevres, Style Vase
Located in London, GB
A lovely Sèvres -style porcelain and ormolu vase on a burgundy red background, the front is hand-painted with a mythological scene of Venus whilst the back of the vase is elaborately...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture

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Bronze

Grand Beige Limestone Fireplace Reclaimed From France Chateau Kitchen
Located in Beervelde, BE
Beige limestone antique fireplace surround from France. Timeless Louis XIII campagnarde decorative element with grand proportions out of a chateau kitchen is ready to be re-installed...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture

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Limestone

6 Doors Buffet In Walnut Dated 1639
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Superb small 6-door buffet in walnut from the 17th century dated 1639 from northern Italy Very beautiful, unique piece of furniture with a small ni...
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17th Century Italian Antique Louis XIII Furniture

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Walnut

French Louis XIII Country Style Living Limestone Fireplace Mantle
Located in Beervelde, BE
Elegant French country style fireplace surround in a light grey-ish hard limestone. This 17th century is a perfect fit for stylish timeless interior design. Fireplace interior render...
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17th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture

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Limestone

Reclaimed Fireplace Mantle In Limestone From France
Located in Beervelde, BE
Unusual elegant white limestone antique French fireplace surround. This French campagnarde style is timeless and not too rustic. It ...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture

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Limestone

Antique French Fireplace
Located in Made, NL
Beautiful antique fireplace made of French limestone from the 19th century in the style of Louis XIII. This French antique fireplace mantle has a wide front section with beautiful o...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture

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Limestone

Fine French Country Limestone Antique Fireplace Surround
Located in Beervelde, BE
This French country original antique fireplace mantle with the straight lines matches many contemporary country chique interior design concepts. The jambs are going slightly backward...
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17th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture

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Limestone

19th Century French Carved Bleached Oak Cabinets from Brittany, Set of Two
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate an entry way, a den or an office with these elegant antique jelly cabinets. Crafted in Brittany France, circa 1870, and built of oak and chestnut, the "Confituriers" (French...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture

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Oak

17th Century Grisaille of a Dutch Pastoral Scene
Located in NICE, FR
We present you this extremely antique grey pastel artwork that captures a tranquil pastoral scene depicting two shepherds guiding their livestock beneath the grand arch of an imposin...
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Mid-17th Century Dutch Antique Louis XIII Furniture

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Crayon

19th Century Spanish Carved Bleached Walnut Two Drawers Cocktail Coffee Table
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a den or living room with this elegant antique coffee table. Created in Spain, circa 1850 and richly carved all around, the long table stands on four carved turned legs. The...
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Mid-19th Century Spanish Antique Louis XIII Furniture

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Walnut

French Louis XIII Style Dining Chairs, Set of 8
Located in Winter Park, FL
A set of eight French Louis XIII style dining chairs with solid walnut frames and original velvet brocade upholstery. Sturdy and well-constructed with tall back, carved legs and stre...
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Mid-20th Century French Louis XIII Furniture

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Upholstery, Walnut

Louis Xiii furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Louis XIII furniture 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 furniture created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, building and garden elements, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, walnut and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Louis XIII furniture made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Italy pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original furniture, popular names associated with this style include Jacques Callot, Dennis & Leen, Artus Quellinus, and Aubusson Manufacture. 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 furniture differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $388 and tops out at $742,410 while the average work can sell for $3,751.

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