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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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Style: Louis XV
Romweber French Provincial Louis XV Carved Walnut Dining Chairs, Set of Four
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous set of four French Provincial Louis XV style dining chairs By Romweber USA, Circa 1920s Beautiful carved solid walnut frames, with gold gilt details, and brass studded ...
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1920s American Vintage Louis XV Furniture

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Upholstery, Walnut

Fine American-Made Leather Top Brass Ormolu Louis XV Style Bureau Plat Desk
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a beautiful American-made desk with age -crackled leather and a nice original ebonized frame and gold pinstriping with brass ormolu. Measures 67 wide x 30 tall x 33.25 deep...
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1980s American Vintage Louis XV Furniture

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Brass

After F.T. Germain Flambeau candlestick in gilded bronze - Louis XV France 18th
By François-Thomas Germain
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Beautiful Louis XV period candlestick in gilded bronze after the "King's model", created in the mid-18th century by François-Thomas Germain to serve the needs of royal houses This ve...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Bronze

German Louis XV Style 'Horse' Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, NL
20th Century German Louis XV style fireback with a horse. The fireback is made of cast iron and has a black / pewter patina. It is in a good condition and does not have cracks. ...
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20th Century German Louis XV Furniture

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Iron

1970s Henredon French Louis XV Bergère Chairs, a Pair
Located in Harlingen, TX
A late 1970s pair of French Louis XV style bergère chairs by Henredon. Carved and channeled wood frames with tonal cream finish. Cotton canvas upholstery fabric in beige-gray, tan, c...
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1970s North American Vintage Louis XV Furniture

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Upholstery, Wood, Paint

18th Century French Walnut Three Drawer Commode
Located in Newark, GB
A beautiful piece of furniture, this 18th century walnut commode in the Louis XV style has the character and patina of long use. The three drawers have some lovely inlaid stringing o...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Walnut

20th Century Lacquered Wood With Marble Top French Louis XV Style Console, 1980s
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
French console from the second half of the 20th century. Furniture in wood and plaster in the Louis XV style, carved, lacquered and gilded (bronze tint) of beautiful line and pleasan...
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1980s French Vintage Louis XV Furniture

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Marble

Fine Quality French Inlaid Walnut Rosewood Louis XV Bronze Mounted Center Table
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a spectacular burled walnut, bronze mounted, and satinwood inlaid center table that is just incredibly adorned with majestic inlay of flowers, meticulously and crisply inlaid...
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1880s French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Bronze

19th Century French Louis XV Walnut Triple Armoire
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century French Louis XV Walnut Triple Armoire is a sublimely stately expression of the refined Rococo style performed by master artisans from sumptous French walnut. The casewo...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Brass

Maison Jansen Fine Pair of Gilded French Louis XV Style Benches
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning and elegant hand carved giltwood pair of benches, 19th century French Louis XV style created very probably by Maison Jansen. The very high quality and beauty of this work a...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Wood

Romweber French Rococo Satinwood Inlaid Marquetry Parcel Painted Dresser, 1930s
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Rococo Louis XV style three drawer dresser or chest of drawers By Romweber USA, Circa 1930s Beautiful satinwood, with inlaid marquetry, painted and gilt details,...
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1930s American Vintage Louis XV Furniture

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Brass

Pair Polychromed and Gilded Louis XV Style Armchairs
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Pair of Louis XV style, hand-carved, hand-painted, polychromed and gilded armchairs. Late 1800's. Newly upholstered in Fortuny fabric.
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Fabric, Wood, Giltwood, Paint

Romweber French Rococo Louis XV Satinwood and Parcel Painted Nightstand, 1930s
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Rococo Louis XV style nightstand By Romweber USA, Circa 1930s Beautiful satinwood, with inlaid marquetry, painted and gilt details, and original brass hardware. ...
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1930s American Vintage Louis XV Furniture

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Brass

19th Century Louis XV Style Marquetry Side Table
Located in Winter Park, FL
A 19th century Louis XV style French two-drawer side table, or night stand with inlaid marquetry veneers of walnut and mahogany. Cast bronze hardware. Nice proportions with curved co...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Bronze

French Louis XV Bombay Chest Marble
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on CONTINUE READING at the bottom of this page. Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A French Louis XV Style M...
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Mid-20th Century Louis XV Furniture

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Marble, Bronze

Pair of 19th Century French Louis XV Style Carved Wooden Arm Chairs
Located in Houston, TX
Indulge in the timeless elegance of this pair of 19th-century French Louis XV Style Carved Wooden Arm Chairs, a testament to the grace and beauty of the era. Crafted with meticulous ...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Fabric, Upholstery, Wood

Louis XV Style French Canape Loveseat
Located in Southampton, NJ
Early 20th C. Louis XV style Canape loveseat settee in tufted brocade with plush goose down loose cushion, wrap around back & hand carvings throughout. A very sweet loveseat of heirl...
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Early 20th Century American Louis XV Furniture

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Brocade, Wood, Down

Pair of Paint Decorated French Louis XV Boudoir Slipper Chairs Circa 1920
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a rare pair of boudoir or slipper chairs. The chairs are in their original robins egg blue-green finish and has signs of age and distressing and the upholstery is entirely or...
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1920s French Vintage Louis XV Furniture

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Walnut

20th Century French Louis XV Style Bureau Plat
Located in Southampton, NJ
Exceptional 20th Century Kingwood Louis XV-style Bureau Plat featuring original gold-embossed leather top with highly detailed brass accents, trim & mounts. Finished on all sides thi...
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20th Century Romanian Louis XV Furniture

Materials

Brass

Rosewood Circassian Walnut Inlaid Beveled Glass French Louis XV Secretary Desk
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
From Slatoff Estate. Rosewood with exotic veneer. Vitrine top with marble top. Rouge marble gallery. Beveled glass doors. Brass accents and foot caps. 58" h x 32 1/2" w x 19 5/8" d. ...
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Early 1900s French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Griotte Marble, Bronze

Pair of Gorgeous Century French Louis XV Walnut Armchairs Striped Upholstery
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a gorgeous pair of solid walnut Century armchairs made by Century of North Carolina and are in good condition with minimal wear and signs of use. The chairs have beautiful up...
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1990s American Louis XV Furniture

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Walnut

French 19th century Louis XV st. Kingwood, Tulipwood, and Ormolu side table
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A beautiful and high quality French 19th century Louis XV st. Kingwood, Tulipwood, and Ormolu side table. This wonderful kidney shaped freestanding side table is raised on four finel...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Ormolu

Pair of Antique French Louis XV Style Marble Top Side Tables
By Decore Installe Meuble / Decore Installe Meuble Dim
Located in Weymouth, MA
Pair of carved wood side tables with marble inserts. Louis XV style tables with elegantly carved legs and ornate wood framing the tile tops.
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Marble

French Louis XV Walnut Side Table or Small Writing Table
Located in Winter Park, FL
A French Louis XV style side table made of solid walnut with hidden desk. Table top slides forward and back lifts up to reveal compartments for letters with two small drawers. Elegan...
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Mid-20th Century French Louis XV Furniture

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Walnut

Louis XV Navy Blue Armchair, France, circa 1910. Restored.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Winged armchair, France, circa 1910. Very good condition, after professional renovation and replacement of upholstery. Wood: walnut dimensions height 108 cm seat height 54 cm widt...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Furniture

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Velvet, Walnut

pair of Italian 19th century Louis XV st. Giltwood side chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A very unique and highly detailed pair of Italian 19th century Louis XV st. Giltwood side chairs. Each elaborate and unusually shaped chair is raised by two cabriole legs in the fron...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Fabric, Giltwood

Louis XV Grey Armchairs, France, circa 1890. Restored.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Two Armchairs made in France, in circa 1890. Very good condition, after professional renovation and replacement of upholstery for shiny grey velvet synthetic material. Wood: oak ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Velvet, Oak

French 19th century Louis XV st. Baccarat Crystal and Ormolu centerpiece
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning and high quality French 19th century Louis XV st. Baccarat Crystal and Ormolu centerpiece. This wonderful oval centerpiece is raised on a pierced Ormolu base decorated ele...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Crystal, Ormolu

Six-light gilt bronze cage Chandelier with cut crystal pendants and daggers
Located in Paris, FR
Large six-light cage chandelier, with its gilded bronze frame, richly adorned with tassels and cut crystals as well as glass daggers. It ends with a faceted ball. This Louis XV-style...
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1880s French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Crystal, Bronze

Mid 20th Century French Louis XVI Style Upholstered Alcove Queen Bed
Located in Sheridan, CO
French Louis XVI style alcove bed, 20th c., having white and gilt painted wood frame, in later floral-patterned upholstery, with ribbon trim, rising on squared and tapered supports, ...
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Mid-20th Century French Louis XV Furniture

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Textile, Wood, Giltwood

18th Century French Louis XV Fireback / Backsplash with Fleurs De Lys
Located in Amerongen, NL
18th century French Louis XV period fireback with three Fleurs de Lys. The Fleur de Lys (French Lily) symbolized royalty and aristocracy throughout Europe. The Fleurs de Lys on this ...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Iron

true pair of Italian 19th century Louis XV st. patinated and Giltwood mirrors
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning and most unique true pair of Italian 19th century Louis XV st. patinated and Giltwood mirrors, from Venice. Each of these beautiful tapered mirrors retains their original ...
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19th Century Italian Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Wood, Giltwood

Tufted Silk Damask Louis XV Style Bergere Chair
Located in Mckinney, TX
This French Louis XV Bergère style armchair is a masterpiece of craftsmanship from the early 19th century. The hand-molded frame and barrel back exhibit meticulous attention to detai...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Silk, Wood

19th Century French Walnut Door
Located in Winter Park, FL
A 19th Century Louis XV style walnut door from the Loire Valley. This two sided interior door is made of thick planks of solid walnut with hand carved scroll decoration typical of th...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Brass

Pair Of Marquetry Bedside Tables - 18th Century From France
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Superb pair of bedside tables in walnut and wood marquetry from the 18th century transition period - France rare pair from the 18th century period of good quality composed of 4 draw...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Walnut

18th Century French Louis XV Period Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, NL
18th century French Louis XV period fireback. The decoration consists of three flower pots. The fireback has a natural brown patina. Upon request it can be made black / pewter color...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Iron

19th Century Built-In French Provincial Wardrobe Wall with Doors
Located in Mckinney, TX
This built-in wardrobe paneling is truly a remarkable piece that commands attention in any space. Salvaged from an early 19th-century chateau in France, it consists of seven distinct...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Wood

Elegant Set Of Eight Louis XV Style Dining Chairs
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A very well made set of French style chairs with fluted frames in a Creme Painted distressed finish and custom upholstered in a short pile Mohair type Navy fabric with full surround ...
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Mid-20th Century Louis XV Furniture

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Brass

La Barge French Louis XV Mahogany Cast Metal Artwork Painting Easel Rococo 68"
Located in Dayton, OH
An exceptional Louis XV / Baroque Rococo inspired easel by La Barge. Features a mahogany frame with cast metal silvertone relief. The stand adjusts via latch along the back of the al...
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20th Century Louis XV Furniture

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Metal

Extending Antique Console Table
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Antique style console table with inlay front and carved decoration. Top flips over to extend to dining width of 42". Beautiful detailing throughout, with an extending top that accomm...
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20th Century Louis XV Furniture

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Wood

Drexel French Provincial Louis XV Pink Lacquered Nightstand, Newly Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style nightstand or bedside table By Drexel USA, Circa 1960s Pink lacquered cherry wood, with original brass hardware. Measures: 17"W x 12.5...
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1960s American Vintage Louis XV Furniture

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Brass

Louis XV style bombe' chest attr. Jacques Bodart
Located in New York, NY
This bombe chest attributed to Bodart is a fine example of his craftsmanship and the opulent style of the Louis XV period. The curved shape and intricate carvings of the chest showca...
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1960s French Vintage Louis XV Furniture

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Wood

Antique Louis XV Style Fauteuil Arm Chair
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Antique Louis XV Style Fauteuil Arm Chair
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19th Century Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Wood

1750s Pair of Lacquered Wood Sculptures of Angel Heads with Wings
Located in Catania, Sicilia
Important pair of 18th century lacquered wood angel heads, from Northern Italy. The angel heads with wings are carved from a single piece of wood and decorated in polychrome with mec...
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Mid-18th Century Italian Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Fruitwood

Pair of French Antique Louis XV-Style Arm Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Original Vintage Condition
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1950s American Vintage Louis XV Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

French Pair of Night Stands
Located in Stockbridge, GA
Charming pair of night stands or side tables that can be placed anywhere at home.
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Mid-20th Century French Louis XV Furniture

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Wood

Superb 19th century French Gilded Louis XV Style Marquis Bergere Chair
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Ok, this is a superb frame, the frame is expertly carved and gilded in bright gold leaf that's genuine gold. The frame is substantially wider than a typical bergere chair and the fin...
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1870s French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Silk, Walnut

Louis XV Style Fireplace In Red Verona Marble Circa 1880
Located in Honnelles, WHT
Louis XV style fireplace in red Verona marble circa 1880 Hearth dimensions: 92 x 109 cm
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Marble

Large 18th c. French Bleached Walnut Louis XV Period Serpentine Commode
Located in Wichita, KS
A large, antique chest of drawers with serpentine shape, circa 1770. This beautiful, hand-carved, bleached walnut commode has a shaped top, shaped recessed panel drawers, intricately...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Walnut

Vintage French Louis XV Style Brevetatto Italy Brass & Marble Figural Clock Set
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage French Louis XV Style Brevetatto Italy Brass & Marble Figural Clock Set - 3 Pc Set. Item features an ornate figural clock with hoof foot cherubs and black marble accents, 2 o...
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Mid-20th Century Louis XV Furniture

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Marble, Brass

Wool And Silk Tapestry, Young Woman Under A Canopy, 18th Centuryflag
Located in Honnelles, WHT
Wool And Silk Tapestry, Young Woman Under A Canopy, significant wear but the tapestry is consistent
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18th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Wool

Drexel French Provincial Louis XV Pink Lacquered Dresser, Newly Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style six-drawer dresser or chest of drawers By Drexel USA, Circa 1960s Pink lacquered cherry wood, with original brass hardware. Measures: ...
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1960s American Vintage Louis XV Furniture

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Brass

Pair of French Marble Top Nightstands Louis XV
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a nice pair of French nightstands with a pair of beautiful marble tops. The stands are missing a few barss sabots (feet or toes) but we have many we can match up or replace a...
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1920s French Vintage Louis XV Furniture

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Marble, Brass

Pair of Antique Louis XV Style Carved Fauteuil Arm Chairs
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Pair of Antique Louis XV Style Carved Fauteuil Arm Chairs. This listing is for two chairs but we actually have four available.
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Mahogany

Louis XV Style Bergere Chairs - a Pair
Located in Hudson, NY
French Louis XV style bergere armchairs, perfect for your salle de séjour. Walnut frames with a distressed pink and white finish are upholstered in a gold, pink & white striped silk ...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Furniture

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Silk, Walnut

French Louis XV Style Bergère with Carved Frame
Located in Buchanan, NY
This elegant French Louis XV style armchair features an ornately carved wooden frame that is finished in a beautifully antiqued white patina that contrasts the rich gray upholstery w...
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1940s French Vintage Louis XV Furniture

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Fabric, Wood

Drexel French Provincial Louis XV Pink Lacquered Vanity With Flip Up Mirror
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style vanity with flip up mirror By Drexel USA, Circa 1960s Pink lacquered cherry wood, with original brass hardware. Measures: 40.63"W x 20...
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1960s American Vintage Louis XV Furniture

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Brass

19th Century Louis Style French Painting or Picture Frame Christie’s Provenance
Located in Atlanta, GA
A beautiful and antique late 19th century circa 1880's French Louis XV style picture frame, with provenance from Christrie's auction house. The rabbet size (size that holds the art) ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Gesso, Wood, Giltwood

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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