Louis XV Furniture
LOUIS XV STYLE
The style of 18th-century French furniture was guided by the court. When Louis XV, who reigned from 1715–74, focused royal life on the smaller salons of Versailles rather than its grand chambers, it transformed the aesthetics away from the imposing and angular furniture that characterized the style of Louis XIV. A broader focus on comfort and more delicate forms define antique Louis XV furniture, with nature-inspired carvings, wood inlays, curved cabriole legs, asymmetrical shapes and rounded oval seat backs. The furnishings changed throughout the king’s life, as he ascended to the throne as a child and then grew to establish his own tastes.
Pieces like the bergère, an upholstered armchair with a wide cushion that fit the flowing dresses in fashion at the time, reflected this more informal court. Introduced at the start of Louis XV’s reign, bergère chairs in this style were deeper and broader than other chairs of the period.
Louis XV tapestries and carpets tended to be floral and colorful, and design elements were borrowed from Asia. Dutch-born cabinetmaker Bernard van Risenburgh brought lacquer techniques influenced by Japan and China into his luxuriously made furniture. Along with its fine details, the furniture of the era also featured new innovations including mechanical devices. Jean François Oeben, a royal cabinetmaker, created such intricate pieces as a mechanical table for Madame de Pompadour, Louis XV’s mistress. It involved a sliding top and a writing surface that extended from its marquetry panels.
During the later years of Louis XV’s reign, there was a shift from the ostentatious rocaille style, part of the exuberantly decorative Rococo movement in Europe for which designers such as Nicolas Pineau and Juste-Aurèle Meissonier are known. The style under Louis XVI would return to boxier forms, but with a neoclassical touch inspired by the ancient world.
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Item Ships From: Europe
Style: Louis XV
Antique French Louis XV Style Ormolu Mounted Marquetry Desk by Maison Léger
By Maison Léger
Located in London, GB
Antique French Louis XV style ormolu mounted marquetry desk by Maison Léger
French, c. 1880
Height 80cm, width 185cm, depth 98cm
This very impressive desk was crafted around 1880 by...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture
Materials
Ormolu
Rare Set of Four Giltwood Stools, Italy, 19th Century
Located in Rome, IT
These finely carved and gilded square stools add a beautiful touch to your living spaces. They are carved on all four sides with elegant cabriole legs. Excellent condition of gilding...
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Louis XV Furniture
Materials
Giltwood
18th Century Pair of Large Venetian barocchetto Lacquered ed Giltwood Armchairs
Located in IT
18th Century Pair of Large Venetian Barocchetto Lacquered ed Giltwood Armchairs
The fine and important pair of large barocchetto armchairs was made in Venice, Italy, in the mid-eig...
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Mid-18th Century Italian Antique Louis XV Furniture
Materials
Nutwood, Giltwood
An Antique French Louis XV Style Carrara Marble Fireplace Mantel
Located in London, GB
An attractive Louis XV style 3 shell Carrara marble fireplace from the mid 19th century. The panelled legs with carved shell end blocks, the serpentine frieze again panelled with cen...
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1860s French Antique Louis XV Furniture
Materials
Carrara Marble
Set of 4 Baccarat crystal glasses signed - France - Sevigne model Louis XV style
Located in GRENOBLE, FR
Set of 4 Baccarat crystal glasses, so-called Sevigne model, composed of :
- 1 water glass - American format (16.9cm high) (rare format)
- 1 red wine glass (cm high)
- 1 white wine gl...
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20th Century French Louis XV Furniture
Materials
Crystal
Female Bust In Carrara Marble, Late 18th Century, Northern Italy
Located in Honnelles, WHT
Female Bust In Carrara Marble, Late 18th Century, Northern Italy
Category
Late 18th Century Italian Antique Louis XV Furniture
Materials
Carrara Marble
Italian Farmhouse Table
Located in London, Park Royal
Indulge in a touch of rustic luxury with our Antique Italian Farmhouse Table. Bring the warmth of the Italian countryside into your hom...
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Early 20th Century Italian Louis XV Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
Antique French Writing Desk
Located in London, GB
A beautifully designed and extremely well made antique French writing desk. This was made in France, it dates from around the 1930’s.
The quali...
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1930s British Vintage Louis XV Furniture
Materials
Brass
Italian Lombard Corner Cabinet from the 1700s in Rosewood with Pyrographed Ivory
Located in Barletta, IT
Beautiful Italian Lombard Corner Cabinet from the second half of the 1700s, Transition style, in rosewood. It features a top surface in red Verona marble, a central door with an inte...
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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Louis XV Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
18th CENTURY PAIR OF LOUIS XV BEDSIDE TABLES
Located in Firenze, FI
Pair of elegant Louis XV style bedside tables made of walnut briar with walnut veneer. The bedside tables are equipped with two spacious and ergonomic drawers, ideal for storing all ...
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18th Century Italian Antique Louis XV Furniture
Materials
Siena Marble
Specchio Italiano Dorato Intagliato inizio 1800 in stile Luigi XV
Located in Milan, IT
Dall'Italia, un piccolo specchio con cornice intagliata e dorata in foglia dell'inizio 1800. Questa piccola cornice è un arredo d'altare, un tipoco arredo liturgico italiano cosidde...
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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Louis XV Furniture
Materials
Gold Leaf
Louis XV Style Fireplace In White Carrara Marble Circa 1880
Located in Honnelles, WHT
Louis XV style fireplace in white Carrara marble
Hearth dimensions: 99.5 x 113.5 cm
Category
Late 19th Century European Antique Louis XV Furniture
Materials
Marble, Carrara Marble
18 Century Tapestry From Brussels
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Lovely Brussels tapestry in wool and silk from the 18th century
Very beautiful quarter-stitch tapestry representing a pond on which a young musician sits with a lyre under his arm. Next to him is a woman in an pink dress and a white coat. We can see the columns of a antique balcony...
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18th Century Belgian Antique Louis XV Furniture
Materials
Wool
Antique French Louis XV Gilt Bronze Clock
By A.D. Mougin
Located in Belper, Derbyshire
A beautiful antique French gilt bronze clock by A. D. Mougin. Modelled in architectural form and covered with scrolling acanthus decoration to represent a romantic ruin. To the top ...
Category
19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Louis XV-inspired Writing Table Stamped H. Nelson, France, circa 1880
By Henri Nelson
Located in PARIS, FR
Stamped H. Nelson
Charming Louis XV-inspired scalloped-shaped writing table in kingwood veneer and decorated with a fine gilded and chiseled bronze mount. The tray, surrounded by a ...
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1880s French Antique Louis XV Furniture
Materials
Porphyry, Bronze
18th Century Regence - Louis XV Chest of Drawers, Rosewood, France, circa 1730
Located in Greven, DE
Louis XV chest of drawers with fire-gilt fittings
France (Paris)
Rosewood
Louis XV around 1730
Dimensions: H x W x D: 85 x 137 x 66 cm
Description:
Early Louis XV commode, so-call...
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1720s French Antique Louis XV Furniture
Materials
Bronze
French display cabinet in Transition style from the 1800s, made of mahogany
Located in Barletta, IT
French display cabinet from the mid-1800s, Transition style, in mahogany wood. It features rich bronze friezes, skillfully distributed along the perimeter of the central door and cul...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Pair of 20th Century Lacquered Painted and Gilded Wood French Armchairs, 1960s
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Pair of French armchairs from 20th century. Furniture in richly carved and gilded wood of beautiful size and great impact. Living room armchairs with padding in good condition. Seat ...
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1960s French Vintage Louis XV Furniture
Materials
Wood
Antique Mantle of gray marble stone in style of Louis XV
Located in Made, NL
A beautiful antique mantelpiece, made of gray marble stone from the 19th century in style of Louis XV, exudes timeless elegance and historic charm. This antique fireplace mantelpiece...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture
Materials
Other
Display cabinet, France, circa 1910.8919
Located in Chorzów, PL
Display cabinet, France, circa 1910.
Very good condition.
wood: walnut
dimensions: height 189 cm width 72 cm depth 40 cm
Category
1910s French Vintage Louis XV Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Dutch
Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL
Elegant Dutch lift-top buffet in mahogany, circa 1780.
With 2 drawers, 2 (roller) doors and the special lift-top.
In a very good condition.
Category
Late 18th Century Dutch Antique Louis XV Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Decorative Fireplace Grate / Firegrate
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
Very decent sized French firegrate or fireplace basket.
The elegant shaped wrought iron bars and rounded shape make this a pleasure to look at.
Very good and usable condition, can be used in a real fire or to have a gas insert...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Small Double-sided Writing Table In Rosewood Louis XV Style From The 19th Centur
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Superb desk in rosewood Louis XV style from the 19th century
Very beautiful double-sided desk composed of 5 drawers decorated with bronze on all its sides.
It rests on arched legs d...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture
Materials
Wood
Set of 2 Ceiling Brass Bronze Lights in the style of Louis XV
Located in Roma, IT
Pair ceiling lamps in gilded bronze and brass. This fantastic set was made around the 1970s in the style of Louis XV.
In excellent vintage condition...
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1970s Vintage Louis XV Furniture
Materials
Brass
Antique French Marble Top Coffee Table
Located in London, GB
A beautiful and extremely well made antique French marble top coffee table, dating from around the 1930’s.
This is of superb quality, the frame is made from various woods, predomina...
Category
1930s French Vintage Louis XV Furniture
Materials
Marble, Ormolu
Early 20th Century French Three Seater Sofa, Louis XV Style With Painted Frame
Located in London, GB
This a very well-made French three-seater sofa with 3 seat cushions, circa 1900, newly upholstered with a suede-like linen colour fabric, very resistant and easy to clean. The frame...
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Early 1900s French Antique Louis XV Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Louis XV Cartel D'applique
Located in Amersham, GB
This beautiful small cartel clock dates from the late 1760’s. This rare survivor is in excellent original condition, the large circular eight day movement strikes the hours on a bell...
Category
1760s French Antique Louis XV Furniture
Materials
Brass, Enamel, Steel, Ormolu
Louis XV White Marble Fireplace Mantel
Located in Zedelgem, BE
Beautiful Louis XVwhite marble fireplace mantel, dating from the 19th century.
Category
19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture
Materials
Marble
Limoges Porcelain Set of 50 Piece Dinner Service with Gilt Edges and Monogramme
By Limoges
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A superb 50-piece dinner service in delicate white Limoges porcelain, each piece edged with a fine rim of gilt, and bearing the elaborately formed monogramme 'DP'. Lids and handles a...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Pair of Antique Marble Top Wine Tables
Located in London, GB
A stunning and very well made pair of antique marble top wine tables in the French style, dating from around the 1930’s.
The quality is exceptio...
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1930s French Vintage Louis XV Furniture
Materials
Marble, Metal
A unique showcase, France, circa 1880.9726
Located in Chorzów, PL
A unique showcase, France, circa 1880.
Very good condition, after professional renovation.
Wood: oak
dimensions: height 213 cm width 90 cm depth 34 cm
Category
1880s French Antique Louis XV Furniture
Materials
Oak
Louis XV Style White Carrara Marble Figural Fireplace
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
A magnificent and highly important Louis XV style white Carrara marble figural fireplace.
This exceptional marble fireplace has a shaped mante...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture
Materials
Carrara Marble
Louis XV Pompadour Style Fireplace In Red Rance Marble Circa 1880
Located in Honnelles, WHT
Louis XV Pompadour Style Fireplace In Red Rance Marble fireplace
Dimensions of the hearth: 84 x 80cm
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture
Materials
Marble
Louis XV White Marble Fireplace Mantel
Located in Zedelgem, BE
Beautiful Louis XV white marble fireplace mantel, dating from the 19th century
Category
19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture
Materials
Marble
19th Century Lacquered Wooden Stool in Louis XV Transition Style
Located in NICE, FR
This adorable stool from the Napoleon III era in the 19th century is of exquisite sculpture quality, characterised by deep, precise, and lavish carving. Its four legs feature intricate scrollwork adorned with delicate acanthus leaves and ribbons cascading from beneath the leaves, while rosettes embellish the leg tops. The belt is intricately carved with an interlaced frieze. The cream-coloured patina adds to its uniqueness.
It is further decorated with a small tapestry...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture
Materials
Wood
20th Century Marble Pillar/Column in Antique Louis XV Style Bronzed
Located in Berlin, DE
20th century marble pillar/column in Louis XV style green marble with bronze bases and capitals. Rectangular, profiled cover plate. Partially turned column shaft extremely decorative...
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20th Century French Louis XV Furniture
Materials
Marble
19th Century French Wood Veneer Side Table with Marquetry in Louis XV Style
Located in Sofia, BG
19th Century wood veneer side table, the curved top and spandrel shelf with bottomless cube marquetry, curved uprights and chased and gilded bronze ornamentation such as lingotière, ...
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Late 19th Century Antique Louis XV Furniture
Materials
Wood
Walnut French Louis XV Nightstand, 1900s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and rare Louis XV style nightstand or bedside table.
Striking French design from the 1900s.
Solid walnut base with original bronze handles on door and drawer.
Original curve...
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Early 1900s French Antique Louis XV Furniture
Materials
Marble, Brass
Antique Fireback / Backsplash Showing Poseidon
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
Lovely tall and decorative fireback with a depiction of Poseidon holding trident, the sea, four horses and cherubs holding trumpet.
Bottom is rough and has a repair, overall great...
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Early 19th Century European Antique Louis XV Furniture
Materials
Iron
Louis XV toilet, from the center, moved on all four sides
By Ebanista
Located in Salò, IT
Louis XV toilet, centerpiece, moved on four sides, rooted in olive wood and panelled and filleted, moved legs, two small drawers, compartments stored under the top, Lombardy (Italy),...
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Mid-18th Century Italian Antique Louis XV Furniture
Materials
Wood
The Parisienne Bed, Hand Carved Louis XV Style Made By La Maison London
Located in London, Park Royal
From the Signature Reproduction Range of La Maison London this bed is hand-carved by master craftsmen in The Parisienne Bed is a witty example of the LX...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Louis XV Furniture
Materials
Wood
Set of 6 oak chairs, Western Europe.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Set of 6 oak chairs, Western Europe. The solid oak chairs are upholstered in new dark green fabric and finished with decorative copper upholstery nails.
Chairs: height 102cm; width ...
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1890s German Antique Louis XV Furniture
Materials
Walnut
19th Century Chinese Lacquer Secretary Desk in Louis XV Style
By Faubourg
Located in NICE, FR
This unique Louis XV-style Chinese lacquer secretary desk from the late 19th century boasts a rich brown background, decorated with scenes of...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture
Materials
Lacquer
French Provençal table / small desk / game table- Louis XV period - France XVIII
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Tea table / small desk / games table / Provençal table, Louis XV period in solid cherry wood resting on four curved legs, with a scalloped and molded belt opening to a small drawer.
...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Large Louis XV Style Gilt and Patinated Bronze and Marble Figural Candelabra
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
A pair of Large Louis XV Style Gilt and Patinated Bronze and Marble Figural Candelabra.
Each modelled with naturalistically cast rocaille and laurel leaf candle branches above cher...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture
Materials
Marble, Bronze, Ormolu
Alabaster Sculpture of a Young Girl, France 19th Century
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
This 19th-century alabaster bust portrays a charming young girl with an exquisite profile. The statue, crafted in a pristine white hue, captures the innocence and grace of youth. The...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture
Materials
Alabaster
French Black Bedside Table Night stand Louis XV Style Three Drawers XXth France
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Very nice little black bedside table in the Louis
XV style.
The legs are slightly curved and the table is composed of three drawers.
France - 1950’s
The Louis XV style succeeds the ...
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Mid-20th Century French Louis XV Furniture
Materials
Wood
French Classic Louis XV Style Marquetry Nightstands with Drawer, 1910
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of French Louis XV style nightstands with gorgeous floral and herringbone marquetry, herringbone inlaid box, gilt bronze mounts, one drawer with original bronze pulls and elegan...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Furniture
Materials
Bronze
18th century louis XV Period Playing Table with Four Chairs
Located in LEGNY, FR
Beautiful set of a playing card table with four chairs dating from the Louis XV period.
The table has a drawer on each sides with brass ha...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Straw, Walnut
Mid-Century Large Six Facet’s Bronze Lantern Louis XV Style, French
Located in London, GB
This splendid mid-century lantern pays homage to the Louis XV era, a period celebrated for its ornate design and lavish aesthetics. With its graceful curves, intricate detailing, and...
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1950s French Vintage Louis XV Furniture
Materials
Bronze
19th Century, French Terracotta Bust and Marble Base with Nobleman
Located in IT
Terracotta bust depicting nobleman, marble base, 19th century, France
The refined bust depicts a nobleman dressed according to the fashion of the mid-eighteenth century in France. T...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture
Materials
Terracotta
Italian Louis XV Style Gilded and Inlaid Walnut Bombay Dressing Table
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Superb dressing table for bedroom. Particular convex shape moved line with slender feet in perfect Louis XV style. Made of fine walnut burl with refined small inlaid decorations. The...
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1930s Italian Vintage Louis XV Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Burl, Wood, Walnut
20th Century Inlaid Wood Gold Bronze French Louis XV Style Writing Desk, 1960s
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Italian writing desk from the mid-20th century. Wavy and rounded furniture, in Louis XV style, pleasantly inlaid in walnut, palisander, mahogany, rosewood and fruitwood. Desk finishe...
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1960s French Vintage Louis XV Furniture
Materials
Bronze
19th Century, French Terracotta Bust and Marble base with Noblewoman
Located in IT
Terracotta bust depicting noblewoman, marble base, 19th century, France
The refined bust, made of terracotta, depicts a noblewoman dressed according to the fashion of the mid-eighte...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture
Materials
Terracotta
A Mahogany Grande Commode en Tombeau, after the Model by Cressent
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
A Mahogany grande commode en tombeau after the model by Charles Cressent, Possibly by Julius Zwiener.
This impressive commode has a serpentine green marble top, the bombe front form...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture
Materials
Marble, Ormolu
A Pair of Louis XV Style Giltwood Console d'Applique
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
A Pair of Louis XV Style Giltwood Console d'Appliques.
Each console has a serpentine-shaped fleur de pêcher marble top over ...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Furniture
Materials
Marble
Signed Mercier Freres cabinet/window display, France, circa 1890.9764
Located in Chorzów, PL
This signed cabinet/showcase, from France, circa 1890, is a masterpiece of furniture craftsmanship that combines style, sophistication and brand quality...
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1890s French Antique Louis XV Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Pair Of Louis XV Style Bergeres In Carved Beech Around 1920
Located in Honnelles, WHT
Pair Of Louis XV Style Bergeres In Carved Beech Around 1920
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Late 20th Century European Louis XV Furniture
Materials
Beech
Louis Xv furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Louis XV 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 case pieces and storage cabinets, tables, seating and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Louis XV 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 François Linke, Baker Furniture Company, La Maison London, and Jean-Baptiste Greuze. 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 $30 and tops out at $1,353,646 while the average work can sell for $4,763.
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