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Louis XIV Furniture

LOUIS XIV STYLE

As opposed to the styles that would follow from the other 18th-century French kings, Louis XV and Louis XVI, antique Louis XIV furniture is rigid and imposing. It expresses opulence — even its armchairs, with their upright backs, straight legs and lavish ornamentation, look like thrones. Authentic Louis XIV sofas, a then newly emerging iteration of seating, are fully upholstered and often feature decoratively carved frames of walnut, chestnut or oak.

When French King Louis XIV established his royal court at Versailles in 1682, he transformed what was once a hunting lodge into a palace that declared his wealth and power through its design. Until his death in 1715, he reigned with a spirit of excess and absolute political dominance. The “Sun King,” as he called himself, believed that France revolved around him as planets do the sun. Louis XIV adopted the sun as his emblem, decorating the grounds with symbols of the sun and Apollo, the Greek god of the sun. As he stated, “There is nothing that indicates more clearly the magnificence of great princes than their superb palaces and their precious furniture.” He was a child when he became king in 1643, only shaping his style after he became absolute monarch in 1661.

Reflecting trends in French Baroque art, Louis XIV furniture characteristics included exuberant decoration. There were gilded bronze details including shells, suns, grotesques, lions and classical references like acanthus leaves. The years of growth in the country’s manufacturing, such as the tapestries and cabinets made at Gobelins, led to design innovations. The commode replaced the chest as a storage device, with drawers and a surface that could double as a desk.

The materials were luxurious, such as the popular tortoiseshell veneer technique that leading cabinetmaker Pierre Golle used in his designs. André-Charles Boulle, who became royal cabinetmaker in 1672, was a masterful artist of marquetry, using inlays of ebony, exotic woods and mother-of-pearl.

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Style: Louis XIV
Period: 20th Century
Louis XIV Style Carved Gilt Foliate Frame Wall Mirror, Circa 1920s
Located in Germantown, MD
Louis XIV Style solid Carved Giltwood Foliate Crest Frame Wall Mirror, Circa 1920s Measures 46" in width, 2.25" in depth x 35" in height and 41.5" in height to the top of the crest.
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Early 20th Century American Louis XIV Furniture

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Mirror, Mahogany, Paint

"Versailles" style Lantern
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Very Fine Gilt Bronze Lantern, "Versailles" style depicting lion's masks, shells and mythilogical figures. Stylized crown on top. 3 lights. France, circa 1910. Dimensions: Height...
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1910s French Vintage Louis XIV Furniture

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Crystal, Bronze

Louis XIV Style 'Seul Contre Tous' Fireback / Backsplash, 20th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
French Louis XIV style fireback with the arms of France and the inscription 'Seul contre Tous or 'All against One'. It symbolizes the French battle against the European coalition at ...
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20th Century French Louis XIV Furniture

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Iron

German Louis XIV Style Coat of Arms Fireback / Backsplash, 20th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Beautiful German Louis XIV style fireback with an unknown coat of arms. The fireback is made of cast iron and has a brown patina. Upon request it can be made black / pewter with st...
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20th Century German Louis XIV Furniture

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Iron

Fragonard Porcelain Hand Painted Matched Porcelain Cabinet Cup and Saucer Set
By Limoges, (After) Jean-Honoré Fragonard
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
After Fragonard Painting Signed French Style Porcelain Hand Painted Matched Porcelain Cabinet 2 Cups with Saucer and 4 small plates. Manufactured by...
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Mid-20th Century German Louis XIV Furniture

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Porcelain

20th Century Louis XIV Style 'Arms of France' Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
20th-century Louis XIV Style Fireback / Backsplash with the Arms of France. With the sun representing Louis XIV, the Sun King. The fireback is made of cast iron and has a brown pati...
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20th Century French Louis XIV Furniture

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Iron

20th Century Louis XIV Style 'Arms of France' Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Beautiful 20th century Louis XIV Style fireback with the arms of France. This is the coat of arms of the House of Bourbon, an originally French royal house that became a major dynast...
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20th Century French Louis XIV Furniture

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Iron

French Louis XIV Style Custom Painted Chests / Commodes By Dixie - Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a timeless pair of French Louis XIV style chests with a custom finish by Dixie Furniture. The body is a blush with gray trim and ivory tops. They are marked with dovetail con...
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Mid-20th Century American Louis XIV Furniture

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Brass

Pair of Early 19th Century Louis XIV Style Fauteuil Armchairs by Maison Jansen
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Late 19th century Louis XIV Style Fauteil Armchairs by the legendary Maison Jansen. Maison Jansen was an interior decoration house located in Paris and is considered the firs...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XIV Furniture

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Beech

French 19th-20th Century Gilt-Bronze and Cut-Glass "Versailles" Style Lantern
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A fine French 19th-20th century gilt bronze and molded cut-glass "Versailles" style single-light hanging lantern, in the manner of Baccarat. The elongated molded and cut-glass body s...
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Early 1900s French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Bronze

Limoges France Porcelain Dish Ashtray Souvenir of Paris Cobalt Blue and 24K Gold
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Hand-Painted Cobalt Blue and Gold Limoges France Porcelain Ashtray. Vintage Limoges France porcelain round ashtray cobalt blue and 24 karat gold. Elegant precious porcelain ashtray hand painted with a scene Souvenir of Paris, the monuments are The Tour Eiffel, the Arc de Triumphe, Le Sacre Coeur, The Notre Dame, L'opera. Use it as an ashtray or for decorative accent dish. Limoges made in France...
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Mid-20th Century French Louis XIV Furniture

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Porcelain

Louis XIV Style Sofa
Located in New York, NY
Louis XIV style sofa. Sofa has a painted black and gold frame, caned sides and back with linen upholstery. Has a loose cushioned seat. Back cushions ar...
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1960s Vintage Louis XIV Furniture

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Linen, Wood

Vintage Ashtrays Bavaria Germany Set of Two Hand-Painted Fine Porcelain
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Hand-Painted Square Porcelain Ashtrays Bavaria, Germany. Set of two Bavaria Germany fine porcelain ashtrays with 24 k gilt floral accent and rim. Vintage porcelain ashtrays with Frag...
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Mid-20th Century German Louis XIV Furniture

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Porcelain

French Louis XIV Style 'Coat of Arms' Fireback / Backsplash, 20th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
20th century French Louis XIV style fireback with a coat of arms. The fireback is made of cast iron and has a natural brown patina. Upon request it can be made black / pewter colore...
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20th Century French Louis XIV Furniture

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Iron

French Gilt Window Seat
Located in Swadlincote, GB
Good quality X framed gilt window or duet seat, covered in gold damask, in overall great condition. You are welcome to view this item at our showroom, please phone ahead of visiting...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XIV Furniture

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Gesso

Mid-20th Century French Louis XIV Style Artisan-Made Oak Enfilade, Sideboard
Located in Fayetteville, AR
From the region of Normandy, France, this artisan made Louis XIV style oak enfilade or sideboard from the mid twentieth century features hand pegged paneled sides and doors, and a be...
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Mid-20th Century French Louis XIV Furniture

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Iron

Suite of 4 Armchairs Louis XV Style
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very rare suite of 4 armchairs Louis XV style, the carving, the hand painting of this 4 armchairs are stunning sold as is.
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1930s Vintage Louis XIV Furniture

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Wood

Antique French Louis XV Day Bed ~ Sofa
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique French Louis XV Day Bed ~ Sofa is a truly unusual find! Designed on a larger scale than is typical, it will make the perfect addition to any ...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XIV Furniture

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Mohair, Oak

Small Watercolor Art of Blue Roses in Gilt Wood Ribbon Frame, 1920's
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Very charming small rectangular artwork in a gilt wood ribbon frame. This watercolor featuring blue roses is from the 1920's would look fantastic as part of a gallery wall or certain...
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Early 20th Century European Louis XIV Furniture

Materials

Gold

Pair Of Chinoiserie Upholstered Louis XIV Walnut Benches
Located in Bridgeport, CT
An elegant and colorful pair of Louis XIV-style seats, crafted in rich walnut and impeccably upholstered in crisp floral fabric having three Asian figures. The classic design featur...
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20th Century Louis XIV Furniture

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Fabric, Walnut

Early 20th Century French Louis XIV Style Twelve Branch Ormolu Chandelier
Located in London, GB
This is a highly decorative French Louis XIV style twelve branch ormolu chandelier, circa 1900 in date. Emanating from a central column, the upper part is dressed with three female ...
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Early 1900s French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Ormolu

Antique French Louis XIV Style Polychromed Wedding Cake Crystal Chandelier
Located in Big Flats, NY
***Reduced In-House Delivery Rates - Click on “Ask Seller” to Request a Quote*** Antique French Louis XIV Style Polychromed Wedding Cake Three-Light Chandelier with Draped Cut Cryst...
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Early 20th Century American Louis XIV Furniture

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Cut Glass

Louis XIV Style Giltwood Centre Table.
Located in Nantwich, GB
This exceptionally large, heavily carved Gilt wood centre table in the style of Louis XIV is truly magnificent. Both the front and back are deco...
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Late 20th Century French Louis XIV Furniture

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Wood

French Louis XIV Style 'Coat of Arms' Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
20th century French Louis XIV style fireback with an unknown coat of arms. The fireback is made of cast iron and has a brown patina. It can be made black / pewter upon request. I...
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20th Century French Louis XIV Furniture

Materials

Iron

Wrought Iron Castle Lantern with Scroll Decoration
Located in Marseille, FR
Wrought iron lantern decorated with scrolls and acanthus leaves. Made in the purest tradition of forge masters of the 19th century without welding or screws. These lanterns have been...
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1990s Russian Louis XIV Furniture

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Iron

Pair of Mid-Century French Louis XIV Carved Giltwood Benches with Leather Seats
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a den, living room or hallway with this elegant pair of antique benches. Crafted in France circa 1960 and rectangular in shape, each elegant seat stands on six ornately carv...
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Mid-20th Century French Louis XIV Furniture

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Giltwood, Leather

Antique French Louis XIV Painted Dining Table
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique French Louis XIV Painted Dining Table combines both elegance and casual flair into one versatile piece. The solid plank top is very straightforward and quite substantial, an...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XIV Furniture

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Hardwood, Paint

Os de Mouton Louis XIV Style Walnut Stool or Bench
Located in Barcelona, ES
Spanish Louis XIV style Ottoman, Beautiful Louis XIV style bench or stool raised on four Os de Mouton hand carved walnut legs with stretcher, Spain, 1930s. This stylish banquette ha...
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20th Century Spanish Louis XIV Furniture

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Fabric, Velvet, Wood, Leather, Walnut

French Louis XIV Style Bleached Oak 4-Door Enfilade Buffet, Circa 1940s
Located in Dallas, TX
An elongated French buffet with more than two doors is known as an enfilade. This bleached four-door enfilade (from circa 1940s) has been hand-carved in the style of Louis XIV. All f...
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1940s French Vintage Louis XIV Furniture

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Metal, Iron

Lush, Louis XIV Style Chandelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Richly embellished, large, gilt bronze and crystal, Louis XIV-style, twelve-light chandelier with a large, center tower. The whole surmounted by an impressive, crystal beaded, balloo...
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1960s French Vintage Louis XIV Furniture

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Crystal, Bronze

Mid-Century French Louis XIV Oak Confiturier Jelly Cabinet from Normandy
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant antique oak cabinet was crafted in Normandy, circa 1970. The provincial confiturier is fitted with a single drawer dressed with iron handle, over a center door decorated...
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Late 20th Century French Louis XIV Furniture

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Oak

Fine Neoclassical Style Tiered Dore Bronze Marble Top Gueridon
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A large and impressive Bronze Gueridon with handsome veined deep brown Marble. The elegant tripod table with tall curved decorated legs with leafy tops and bottoms ending in Cloven H...
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Early 20th Century Louis XIV Furniture

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Marble, Bronze

Early 20th Century French Dining Table with Parquetry Top and Two Leaves
Located in Dallas, TX
Crafted in France circa 1920, this elegant mid-century extendable dining table showcases a striking parquetry top and solid oak construction. The rectangular surface is richly inlaid...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XIV Furniture

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Oak

Louis XIV Style White and Veined White Cultured Cast-Marble Fireplace Mantel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Louis XIV style veined white cultured cast-marble fireplace mantel. The ornately detailed mantel centered with a seashell flaked by flowers and leaves, circa late 20th century. Measures: Shelf width 67 3/8 inches (171.2 cm) Shelf depth 12 1/2 inches (31.8 cm) Body width 66 inches (167.6 cm) Overall height 44 inches (111.8 cm) Opening width 50 1/2 inches (128.3 cm) Opening height 34 inches (86.4 cm) Projection 5 inches (12.7 cm) Cultured marble...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Louis XIV Furniture

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Marble

Early 20th Century French Louis XV Carved Walnut Three-Drawer Console Table
Located in Dallas, TX
Dress an entryway or living room with this elegant antique console table. Crafted in southern France around 1920, the table is made of solid walnut and features a beautifully scallop...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XIV Furniture

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Walnut

Fine Pair of Louis XVI Style Ormolu Wall Lights, Not Electrified
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Fine Pair of Louis XVI Style Ormolu Wall Lights, Not Electrified France, circa 1900s This fine pair of Louis XVI-style ormolu wall lights is a stunning example of early 20th-century...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XIV Furniture

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Ormolu

Midcentury French Large Gilded Convex Wall Hanging Mirror
Located in Torquay, GB
Midcentury French convex wall mirror circa 1970s. Large sized, with a gilded cast plaster surround. Shows some nice age patina. Very decorative. Will add a fabulous accent to mos...
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Mid-20th Century French Louis XIV Furniture

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Mirror, Plaster, Wood

Rare French Brass Repousse Three-Dimensional Cushion Mirror Circa 1920
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This Rare French Brass Repousse Three-Dimensional Cushion Mirror, dating back to circa 1920, is an exceptional example of French craftsmanship and elegance from the early 20th centur...
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1920s French Vintage Louis XIV Furniture

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Brass

Fine Set of 12 Louis XIV Style Dining Chairs in Fortuny Fabric
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A superb set of 12 Louis XVI style dining chairs with high shaped backs having a carved and ebonized frames and legs. Fluted ta...
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20th Century Louis XIV Furniture

Materials

Wood

Pair of Louis XIV Style, Os de Mouton, Walnut Wingback Fauteuils
Located in Aramits, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Striking pair of antique French Louis XIV style, walnut wingback fauteuils with carved armrests, standing on 'os de mouton' legs joined by H-shaped stretcher base, upholstered with a...
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1980s English Vintage Louis XIV Furniture

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Brass

Grand Antique French Walnut Louis XIV Marble Top Buffet ~ Sideboard
Located in Dallas, TX
Grand antique French walnut Louis XIV marble top buffet ~ Sideboard is a masterpiece of the cabinetmaker's art, measuring eight feet in width! Rendered from sumptuous walnut, it feat...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XIV Furniture

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Marble, Steel

Antique French Louis XIV Commode ~ Chest of Drawers in Stripped Oak
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique French Louis XIV Commode ~ Chest of Drawers in Stripped Oak is a study in the French masculine form, rendered from oak to last for generations! The contoured facade is frame...
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Early 20th Century Belgian Louis XIV Furniture

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Brass

Antique French Louis XIV Confiturier ~ Cabinet
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique French Louis XIV Confiturier ~ Cabinet is basically a one door buffet, and as such, the design is the perfect choice to make one-of-a-kind bathroom vanities, add a convenient...
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Mid-20th Century French Louis XIV Furniture

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Brass

French Early 20th Century Buffet
Located in Stockbridge, GA
This piece has been refinished. It is in a transition style of Louis XIV and Louis XV. Simple line with a bit of movement on the doors. Easy to pla anywhere.
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Early 20th Century French Louis XIV Furniture

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Oak

Late 20th Century French Louis XIV Carved Elm Dining Chairs, Set of Eight
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant suite of six side chairs and matching armchairs were crafted in France, circa 1950. Each chair stands on carved "Os de Mouton" legs (sheep bone), embellished with a serp...
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Late 20th Century French Louis XIV Furniture

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Mohair, Beech

Louis XVI Style Cane Back Armchairs or Fauteuils
Located in Sheffield, MA
Pair of painted Louis XVI style armchairs with generous proportions with caned backs and upholstered seats. These stylish chairs most often referred to as "fauteuil Marie Antoinette" feature "chapeau de gendarme", fluted legs. Comfortable, elegant and practical frames. Chairs are appropriate for Swedish Gustavian style, classical or modern decor. Great as head dining chairs...
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20th Century French Louis XIV Furniture

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Wood

Louis XIV by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Set For 8 Service 50 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Celebrate all of your meals in style with this Louis XIV by Towle sterling silver flatware set. Founded in 1690 in Massachusetts, the elite artisans at Towle Silversmiths handcrafted...
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1920s American Vintage Louis XIV Furniture

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Sterling Silver

Antique Liegoise Louis XIV Draw Leaf Dining Table
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Liegoise Louis XIV Draw Leaf Dining Table is a superlative example of the high quality furnishings that have been produced in the region for centuries! The clever design has ...
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Early 20th Century Belgian Louis XIV Furniture

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Oak

Heavily Carved Vintage Louis XIV Style Giltwood Console Table
Located in Nantwich, GB
Heavily carved Vintage Louis XIV style Giltwood Console table. This very attractive piece came from a European Consulate where it was in daily use for 30 years.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Louis XIV Furniture

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Marble

Top Quality Pair French Bedside Lamp Chests of Drawers
Located in Swadlincote, GB
A very good pair of French marquetry three drawer bedside lamp chest of drawers, with ormolu mounts and handles, in excellent condition throughout. 28.5" high 14.5" wide 12" depth ...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XIV Furniture

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Tulipwood

French Louis XIV Style Leather Top Desk with Brass Mounts
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Made in France. A Louis XV style desk with brown tooled leather shaped top and brass banded edge with shell form mounts on the corners. The dark wood frame with lighter wood for the ...
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Mid-20th Century French Louis XIV Furniture

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Brass

Louis XlV Metal & Glass Coffee Cocktail Table
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on More Details below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing was from 1st Dibs and they normally set all the costs and handle all the shipping details. However, if you let us know what 1st Dibs is quoting you and give us your zip code, we can sometimes ship it for less and get it to you faster. For a shipping quote, click on "ASK THE SELLER" under the purchase button and provide your zip code. Offering one of our recent Palm Beach estate fine furniture acquisitions of a Midcentury Louis XlV Style Cast Metal Coffee Table...
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1970s Vintage Louis XIV Furniture

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Metal

Louis XIV Antique Style Tufted Loveseat
Located in New York, NY
Louis XIV antique style tufted loveseat. The loveseat has solid walnut legs, a down cushioned seat with gold upholstery.
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1940s Vintage Louis XIV Furniture

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Upholstery, Walnut

Pair French Marquetry Bedside Lamp Chest of Drawers
Located in Swadlincote, GB
A very good pair of French marble topped bedside chests of drawers, serpentine shaped with marquetry panels, ormolu handles and mounts, in excellent overall condition. 30" high 18" ...
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Early 20th Century Albanian Louis XIV Furniture

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Marble

French Rococo Style Fauteuil, c. 1920-30
Located in Kenilworth, IL
Painted beechwood fauteuil in the Louis XIV style with an Italian oil tanned leather seat & arm caps and trimmed with brass tacking. The chair frame has been re-glued, stabilized, an...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XIV Furniture

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Brass

Pair of Italian Brevettato Brass Marble Candelabras
Located in New York, NY
Brevettato bronze and marble candelabras.
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20th Century Italian Louis XIV Furniture

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Marble, Bronze

Pair Louis XIV Antique Style Oversized Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Pair Louis XIV antique style oversized chairs. The chairs have the original floral fabric with down seats with carved hardwood frames.   
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1960s Vintage Louis XIV Furniture

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Upholstery, Hardwood

Antique Country French Double-Faced Desk
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Country French Double-Faced Desk was crafted by master artisans creating a superlative choice for any office! Finished on all four sides, it can be placed anywhere in the ro...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XIV Furniture

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Brass

Antique French Louis XIV Commode ~ Chest of Drawers
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique French Louis XIV Commode ~ Chest of Drawers is a great choice for adding timeless style with superb functionality to any room!...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XIV Furniture

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Brass

Vintage Louis XIV Style Counter ~ Bar
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Louis XIV style Counter ~ Bar is perfect for efficient entertaining! Hand-crafted from solid oak, it features carved detail on the front panels which would appear to be doors...
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Mid-20th Century French Louis XIV Furniture

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Oak

Louis Xiv furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Louis XIV 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 building and garden elements, case pieces and storage cabinets, seating and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Louis XIV 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 La Maison London, Towle Silversmiths, Coduri of Lyon, France, and OMBRES ET FACETTES. 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 $65 and tops out at $1,176,864 while the average work can sell for $4,995.

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