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.
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Style: Louis XIII
Antique Louis XIII Style Stool
Located in Sheffield, MA
Louis XIII style stool or ottoman with turned leg and stretcher.
Category
19th Century Belgian Antique Louis XIII Furniture
Materials
Fruitwood, Fabric
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
Materials
Mahogany
Louis XIII Oak Table - 17th Century
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Lovely 17th century oak table Louis XIII style
Good quality table resting on a very elegant base with turned legs connected by spacers and endin...
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17th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture
Materials
Oak
Antique Fireplace Mantel from the 19th century of french limestone
Located in Made, NL
Beautiful robust castle mantelpiece made of French limestone. This antique mantle dates from the 19th century and is in the style of Louis XIII with a beautiful ornament in the middl...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture
Materials
Limestone
French Louis XIII Style 'Arms of France' Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Soest, NL
20th century French Louis XIII style fireback with the arms of France. Coat of arms of the House of Bourbon, an originally French royal house that became a major dynasty in Europe. I...
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20th Century French Louis XIII Furniture
Materials
Iron
Antique French Louis III Andirons or Firedogs, 17th Century
Located in Soest, NL
Beautifully forged 17th century French andirons made of wrought iron. The style of the andirons is Louis III. The andirons have decorated spit hooks to grill food. They are in a good...
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17th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Fine Set of 6 Chairs in walnut Louis XIII style
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Elegant set of 6 chairs in walnut-Louis XIII style
Very beautiful set which stands out by their good quality
The chairs have been checked, re-polished and refilled with an frnch co...
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20th Century French Louis XIII Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Louis XIII Style Walnut Leather Library Chair or Throne Chair
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Imposing 19th century French Louis XIII style library chair or throne chair crafted from walnut. The grand chair features a square flat back and generous square seat which are both d...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture
Materials
Brass
Antique 19th Century Louis XIII Needlepoint Chair
Located in Houston, TX
Antique 18th century Louis XIII needlepoint chair with turned legs in walnut. Arms are carved with a leaf motif at either end. Beautiful handiwork.
Category
19th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture
Materials
Walnut
17th Century Large Louis XIII Andirons, Firedogs
Located in Soest, NL
17th century Louis XIII Andirons, firedogs. These French andirons are called 'landiers' in France. This dates from the times the andirons were the main cooking equipment in the house...
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17th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Mid-Century Italian Baroque Carved Walnut Secretary Chest of Drawers
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant, multi-function antique chest was created in Italy, circa 1960. Siting on bracket feet over a straight bottom plinth, the fruit wood cabinet features what appears to be three drawers with raised burled panels and dressed with iron handles and matching escutcheons across the front. The hinged top half surface raises up while the top drop-front hinged drawer folds down, and reveals a writing surface with inside theater and four small drawers over a niche gallery. The bottom section features two large functional drawers for extra storage. Both sides are also decorated with burled walnut raised panels. The narrow and versatile baroque writing table commode is in excellent condition with a rich walnut patina, and has beautiful gothic hardware...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Louis XIII Furniture
Materials
Walnut
17th Century Louis XIII Andirons, Firedogs
Located in Soest, NL
A so called 'paire de marriage' (wedding pair) whereby both families would order 1 andirons from the same blacksmith to for a couple for the new family hearth. Beautifully wrought ir...
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17th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
18th Century Louis XIII Style Gilt Copper Mirror
Located in Ross, CA
Louis XIII style gilt-copper and wood mirror, featuring an elevated rectangular mercury glass plate in an intricate foliage and scroll frame with mirrored borders, topped by a detach...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture
Materials
Copper
Louis XIII Walnut Miniature Armchair
Located in Essex, MA
With fine needlepoint upholstery and a nicely carved frame.
Category
Early 18th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Antique French Louis XIII Style Yew Wood Buffet, circa 1800 Restored and Rare
Located in Chicago, IL
Beautiful and extremely unusual Antique “yew wood” French Louis XIII Style Buffet, with marvelous original escutcheons and in a gorgeous warm walnut color. The left-hand door is held in place with the original interior hand-forged hook...
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Early 1800s French Antique Louis XIII Furniture
Materials
Brass
French Cast Iron Fire Back with Flanking Lions & Rooster Coat of Arms, C. 1600
Located in Charleston, SC
French cast iron fire back with flanking cornucopias, flanking lions, central sun god, foliage filigree, and central rooster coat of arms, S...
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Early 1600s French Antique Louis XIII Furniture
Materials
Iron
18th Century French Andirons in cast iron
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Set of 18th Century French Iron Cast Pinhead Andirons.
Category
18th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture
Materials
Iron
19th Century French Andirons in cast iron
Located in Antwerpen, BE
19th Century (1875) French pinhead andirons in black cast iron.
Category
19th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture
Materials
Iron
19th Century French Andirons in cast iron
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Set of 19th Century (1875) French pinhead andirons in black cast iron.
Category
19th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture
Materials
Iron
19th Century French fireplace andirons in cast iron
Located in Antwerpen, BE
19th Century (1875) French pinhead fireplace andirons in black cast iron.
Category
19th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture
Materials
Iron
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 wit...
Category
17th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture
Materials
Walnut
French, Petite Louis XIII Style Walnut Table
Located in Troy, NY
Delicate, small Louis XIII center or end table.
The tray-top above one frieze drawer supported by intricately turned legs joined by wavy X-stretcher, adorned by a middle finial.
Ou...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture
Materials
Walnut
17th Century Walnut Sofa
Located in Vosselaar, BE
A fine 17th century walnut Louis XIII canapé. The original frame was fully restored and newly upholstered by our workshop.
Category
17th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture
Materials
Walnut
17th Century Pair of Candlesticks, Italy
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Elegant pair of bronze candlesticks from the end of the 17th century from Italy
Beautiful turning and fine quality
little difference of the pikes (see pictures)
Delivery in Belgiu...
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17th Century Italian Antique Louis XIII Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Unique and Large Carved Oak Armchair in Modern Fabric in the Style of Louis XIII
Located in NICE, FR
The royal Louis XIII style armchair in carved oak represents the pinnacle of old-world elegance and luxury, beautifully adapted to contemporary needs. Every detail of its sturdy oak ...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Pair of carved oak armchairs with scrolls and flamed fabric
Located in PARIS, FR
This magnificent pair of 19th-century armchairs in carved oak embodies the grandeur of the Louis XIII style, blending historical richness with modern refinement. The sculpted volute ...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture
Materials
Oak
19th Century French Pair of Walnut Hand Carved Low Back Armchairs
Located in Sofia, BG
French pair of low back walnut armchairs with gorgeous armrests.
Feet turned with spacer in X. Style Louis XIII, 19th century.
Measures: Height 86 cm, width 63 cm, depth 51 cm.
Category
Mid-19th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture
Materials
Walnut
French Oak Writing Table Louis XIII Style and Shabby Finish, 19th Century
Located in Labrit, Landes
This oak writing table in the Louis XIII style was made in France in the 19th century.
The height between the floor and the top is 24.21 in. (61.5 cm).
One drawer.
The finishing h...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture
Materials
Oak
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
Materials
Oak
Mid-Century Italian Carved Giltwood Barley Twist Table Lamp
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a table or console with this elegant gilt wood lamp. Hand carved in Italy circa 1960, the antique lamp base stands on a circular base and features a hand carved barley twist...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Louis XIII Furniture
Materials
Giltwood
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...
Category
17th Century Italian Antique Louis XIII Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Louis XIII Style Stool from the Chateau de la Bourdonnaye, Bretagne, France
Located in ALHAURÍN EL GRANDE, ES
Upholstered stool
France, 19th century
Old cherry wood and cotton upholstery
Condition:
Perfect condition. It has been restored and reupholstered
Provenance:
Chateau de la Bourdon...
Category
19th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Cherry
17th Century French Louis XIII Two Part Cupboard
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A beautifully coloured 17th Century French walnut buffet a deux corps.
Solid and well built. With cornice, deep panelled doors, locks and keys.
The two drawers have keys for use as d...
Category
17th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Antique Louis Style French Brass Cherub And Floral Free Standing Fire Screen
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique French Louis Style Brass Cherub and Floral Free Standing Fire Screen
French brass free standing fire screen with flanking cherubs tending to a flame medallion, centered flor...
Category
Early 19th Century Unknown Antique Louis XIII Furniture
Materials
Brass
Antique French Louis Style Curved Glass Marble Top Vitrine Display Cabinet
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique French Louis Style Curved Glass Marble Top Vitrine Display Cabinet
This exquisite Antique French Louis Style Vitrine Display Cabinet showcases a beautifully curved glass des...
Category
Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Louis XIII Furniture
Materials
Marble
French Country Style Decorative Fireplace Surround in Limestone
Located in Beervelde, BE
French antique limestone decorative fireplace mantel with point diamant detail on the jams. It dates 18th century and carries still nice and naive patina patina on the surface.
Mea...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture
Materials
Limestone
French 18th Century Oak Louis XIII High Chair
Located in CANTELEU, FR
This French 18th-century Louis XIII chair, crafted from solid oak, is a beautiful testament to the enduring elegance of early French design. Characterized by its robust structure and intricate craftsmanship, the chair features turned legs, stretcher bars, and a tall, dignified backrest, all hallmarks of the Louis XIII style. The oak’s natural patina reveals the rich history of the piece, adding warmth and depth that enhance its antique charm. Upholstered with a traditional fabric, this chair offers both comfort and historical authenticity, making it a striking accent in any room. Ideal for those who appreciate classic French decor...
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Early 18th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture
Materials
Oak
19th Century Louis XIII Style Carved Oak and Leather Armchair by Karpen
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate an office or a study with this large antique king armchair. Hand carved by Karpen Furniture in Chicago, the important chair stands on turned leg...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Louis XIII Furniture
Materials
Leather, Oak
2 Louis XIII Style Chairs in Walnut
Located in Brussels, Brussels
lovely pair of 2 Louis XIII style walnut chairs (20 century)
The chairs are from France are in perfect condition. The chairs have been checked, repolished and reupholstered by our ...
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Late 20th Century French Louis XIII Furniture
Materials
Walnut
19th Century Original Antique Fireplace Surround
Located in Beervelde, BE
This is a very nice bicolor French hard stone fireplace mantel from the burgundy region. The honey color bleu-grey and the burgundy color are a great match for lot of interior types
...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture
Materials
Stone
2 Louis XIII Style Armchairs circa 1900 2 Different Models Sold Individually
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
2 Louis XIII style armchairs circa 1900 2 different models sold individually.
Category
Early 20th Century European Louis XIII Furniture
Materials
Brass
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
Category
1950s French Vintage Louis XIII Furniture
Materials
Oak, Velvet
two Louis XIII Style Oak Armchairs, circa 1900
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
two Louis XIII style oak armchairs, circa 1900
Different tapestry on each armchair.
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Louis XIII Furniture
Materials
Tapestry, Oak
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.
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Large solid oak table in Louis XIII style, circa 1930 Maximum length 350 cm
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Large solid oak table in Louis XIII style, circa 1930
Maximum length 350 cm
The extensions are missing
there are scratches on the board
Category
1920s French Vintage Louis XIII Furniture
Materials
Oak
Italian Oil on Canvas on Board, Broken Two Masted Galeone in a Tempest
Located in Atlanta, GA
Men desperately try from above to save the ruined vessel as the waves pound it into the cliffs, another galeone passes helplessly in the background with still another in the center b...
Category
Early 18th Century Italian Antique Louis XIII Furniture
Materials
Paint
Circa 1880 Antique French Faux Book Front Sideboard Bookcase Italian Marble Top
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning, large, hand cut solid oak sideboard with Italian Carrara marble top and leather upholstered, faux book fronted...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture
Materials
Marble
Chest on stand, Holland 17th century
Located in PARIS, FR
Teak wood chest with rich gilt copper applications of decorative scrolls and foliage, and probably two drooping tulips for the decoration in the center of the work top.
Handles for t...
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1640s Dutch Antique Louis XIII Furniture
Materials
Bronze
19th Century Cathedra Seat In Oak
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
19th Century Cathedra Seat In Oak
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture
Materials
Oak
19th Century French Andirons in cast iron
Located in Antwerpen, BE
19th Century (1875) French pinhead andirons in black cast iron.
Category
19th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture
Materials
Iron
19th Century French Andirons in cast iron
Located in Antwerpen, BE
set of 19th Century (1875) French pinhead andirons in black cast iron.
Category
19th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture
Materials
Iron
19th Century French Andirons in cast iron
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Set of 19th Century (1875) French pinhead andirons in black cast iron.
Category
19th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture
Materials
Iron
19th Century French Andirons in cast iron
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Set of 19th Century (1875) French pinhead andirons in black cast iron.
Category
19th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture
Materials
Iron
Pair of Extremely Long French Mid-18th Century Louis XIII Style Benches
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A wonderful pair of extremely long French mid 18th century Louis XIII st. patinated cream benches. Each bench is raised by bottom ball feet below blocks. T...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture
Materials
Wood
Pair of gilt brass sconces circa 1950
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
a pair of gilt brass sconces in the style of Louis xiii
Category
Mid-20th Century French Louis XIII Furniture
Materials
Brass
2 Henri 2 Style Chairs, with Beautiful Tapestries circa 1900
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
2 Henri 2 style chairs, with beautiful tapestries;
it is necessary to redo the upholstery, but the tapestries are in good condition, can be cleaned and reused...
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Early 1900s French Antique Louis XIII Furniture
Materials
Tapestry, Beech
Goldsmith Cardeilhac - Covered Vegetable Dish In Solid Silver Mascaron Circa XIX
By Cardeilhac
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Covered vegetable dish in 1st grade solid silver, round shape decorated with fleur-de-lys and applied spearhead, in the style of the Renaissance. The domed cove lid is surmounted by ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XIII Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
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,
Category
1930s French Vintage Louis XIII Furniture
Materials
Velvet, Oak
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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