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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
French Louis XV Kingwood Leather Top Bureau Plat Desk With Gilt Bronze Ormolu
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding French Louis XV style writing desk or bureau plat desk By R. Soriano Spain, 20th Century Gorgeous kingwood, with ornate gilt bronze ormolu mounts, and embossed blac...
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20th Century Spanish Louis XV Furniture

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Bronze

Late 19th Century Antique French Louis XV Style Fruitwood Confiturier Cabinet
Located in Sheridan, CO
Antique French French Louis XV style fruitwood confiturier cabinet, late 19th c.. The cabinet features a rounded rectangular top, over single drawer, above paneled cabinet door, open...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Iron

Beautiful pair of French turn of the century bronze sconces Louis XV style
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful pair of solid bronze sconces, the patina is so much nicer in person, I am sorry I realize way after taken the pictures, the glasses are dirty, they will be cleaned
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Early 1900s French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Bronze

Antique French Provincial Louis XV Style Carved Walnut Cane Dining Chair - Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Cane back and seat, carved stretcher, solid wood construction, beautiful wood grain, finely carved details, cabriole legs, very nice antique item. Slight variation in color and carvi...
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Early 20th Century Louis XV Furniture

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Walnut

Louis XV Caned Dining Chairs Antique Set of 6
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 Set of 6 Antique Carved...
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1940s Vintage Louis XV Furniture

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Cotton, Cane, Walnut

Superb Giltwood French Louis XV Antique 1820s Era Wall Mirror
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is truly superb mirror with the brightest gilding and gorgeous carved details of flowers and various elements. There is a partial manufacturer signature on the back. The mirror ...
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1820s French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Walnut

Antique French Louis XV Oak Partner's Desk
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique French Louis XV Oak Partner's Desk is perfect for two working simultaneously, or for one with two businesses! One side is four drawers, while the other is a drawer and two c...
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Mid-20th Century French Louis XV Furniture

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Brass

French Early 19th Century Louis XV Marble Top Burled Walnut Petite Commode
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A most handsome French early 19th century Louis XV period walnut petite commode. The chest is raised by elegant tapered short cabriole legs, and above the fine shaped frieze are thre...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Marble, Bronze

19th Century French Louis XV Style Marble Top Sideboard
Located in Houston, TX
The 19th Century French Louis XV Style Marble Top Sideboard epitomizes the opulence and refinement of the period. Crafted with exquisite attention to detail, it boasts a sumptuous ma...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Marble, Brass

A Pair of French 19th Century Louis XV Style Gilt-Bronze Nine-Light Candelabra
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Pair of French 19th Century Louis XV Style Gilt-Bronze Nine-Light Candelabra. The impressive pair of candelabrum, each on a floral stem base surmounted with nine scrolled candle-ar...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Ormolu, Bronze

1920's French Louis XV Style Walnut Inlaid Commode Chest Server By Rockford
Located in Long Branch, NJ
1920's French Louis XV Style Walnut Inlaid Commode Chest Server By Rockford Dimensions : 44" Wide X 22" Deep X 35" Tall Very nice inlaid server made in the 1920's by Rockford furni...
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1920s American Vintage Louis XV Furniture

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Walnut

Original Antique Print, Portrait of Ignatius Loyola, circa 1850
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Great image of Ignatius Loyola Fine steel engraving by Holl After a print by Weirix Published by Fullarton Unframed.
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1850s English Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Paper

Antique 19th Century Louis XV style French Marble Fireplace
Located in Ware, GB
This original heavily carved antique French Louis XV, 19th fireplace surround has been crafted from statuary marble. Cica 1840 The chimneypiece has a serpentine shelf, shaped openin...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Marble

French Luxury Antique Carrara Marble Half Circulation Fireplace
Located in Oostvoorne, NL
Introducing our exquisite Luxury Antique French Half Circular Fireplace crafted from Carrara marble. Elevate your living space with this stunning piece, ...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Marble

Louis XV Style Console Table Or Library Table In Carved Oak
Located in Honnelles, WHT
Louis XV Style Console Table Or Library Table In Carved Oak, Circa 1880 Oak hall table or bookcase, leather top
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Late 19th Century European Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Marble, Metal

1900s Pair of Venice Baroque Louis XV armchairs, carved walnut with floral motif
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Pair of Venice Baroque Louis XV armchairs from the 20th century, walnut hand-carved with floral motifs and threads. The two armchairs are sturdy and in good condition of upholstery, ...
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1940s Italian Vintage Louis XV Furniture

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Walnut

1920's Walnut Inlaid French Style Server Buffet Sideboard By Rockford Furniture
Located in Long Branch, NJ
​1920's Walnut Inlaid French Style Server Buffet Sideboard By Rockford Furniture Dimensions : 84" Wide X 39" Tall X 24" Deep This gorgeous sideb...
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1920s American Vintage Louis XV Furniture

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Walnut

Pair of Vintage Directoire French Silver Plated Mirror Top Gueridon End Tables
Located in Long Branch, NJ
Pair of Vintage Directoire French Silver Plated Mirror Top Gueridon End Tables Dimensions : 27" Wide X 27" Deep X 29" Tall This pair of gueridon tables were crafted in France in th...
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1980s French Vintage Louis XV Furniture

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Metal

Century Furniture Georgian Carved Mahogany Bombay Dressers or Commodes, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful pair of Georgian or Chippendale style bombay form dressers, chests of drawers, or commodes By Century Furniture USA, Late 20th Century Carved mahogany, with original b...
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Late 20th Century American Louis XV Furniture

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Brass

Made to Order Louis XV Style Dining Armchair in Antique Painted Finish
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Made to order Louis XV Style Dining Armchair Upholstered in Fortuny Fabrics with Antique Brass Nail Heads Trim at Seat and Inside Oval Back and Arm Rest, Finished in Antiqued Painted...
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2010s American Louis XV Furniture

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Brass

A pair of armchairs, Sweden, circa 1870.
Located in Chorzów, PL
A pair of armchairs, Sweden, circa 1870. Very good condition. The upholstery is in original condition. Wood: walnut dimensions: height 92 cm seat height 42 cm width 64 cm depth 64 cm
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1870s Swedish Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Walnut

Antique French Louis XV Style Bureau
Located in London, GB
A stunning antique French bureau, dating from around the 1890-1910 period. It is of extremely fine quality, standing on slender yet sturdy cabriole legs and with gorgeous inlaid flo...
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1890s French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Ormolu

Century Furniture Georgian Carved Mahogany Bombay Dresser or Commode
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful Georgian or Chippendale style bombay form dresser, chest of drawers, or commode By Century Furniture USA, Late 20th Century Carved mahogany, with original brass hardwa...
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Late 20th Century American Louis XV Furniture

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Brass

French Louis XV Style Gilded Gold Wall Mirror
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Large Louis XV Gilded Wall Mirror, France Decorate a powder room or entry with this elegant gilt mirror. Crafted in France and curved throughout, this wall mirror is decorated with ...
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1950s French Vintage Louis XV Furniture

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Wood

French 19th Century Framed Still-life Floral Painting with Dog and Rabbit Motifs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French framed Louis XV style oil on panel still-life floral painting from the late 19th century, with dog and rabbit motifs. Born in the third quarter of the 19th century, this Fre...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Wood, Paint

Set of 4 chairs, Sweden, circa 1870.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Set of 4 chairs, Sweden, circa 1870. Very good condition. The upholstery is in original condition. Wood: walnut dimensions: height 74 cm seat height 43 cm width 50 cm depth 50 cm
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1870s Swedish Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Walnut

French Marble Top Louis XV Style Carved Circassian Walnut Buffet Chest Commode
Located in Long Branch, NJ
French Marble Top Louis XV Style Carved Circassian Walnut Buffet Chest Commode Dimensions : 55" Wide X 22" Deep X 37" Tall This gorgeous marble top commode was made in France in th...
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1920s French Vintage Louis XV Furniture

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Walnut

Late 19th Century Louis XV Side Table
Located in Charlottesville, VA
Nice finish. Solid table with drawer.
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Wood

18th Century Style Dining Chairs In Premium Cotton Velvet
Located in New York, NY
Specifications: Pinewood structure (known for its lightness and elasticity) and beech wood (known for its strength) applied on tension points, coated with polyurethane foam and fiber...
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2010s Portuguese Louis XV Furniture

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Upholstery, Velvet, Foam, Wood

Eric Stepniewski Louis XV Style Ormolu & Crystal Centerpiece Bowl
Located in Dayton, OH
Late 20th Century Eric Stepnewski centerpiece bowl. Crafted from chiseled brass ormolu finished in 24k gold and crystal. Perfectly suited to function as a champagne bowl or simply as...
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Late 20th Century Louis XV Furniture

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Crystal, Brass

1800's Antique Louis XV Style, Mirrored Double Doors, Bedroom Armoire!
Located in Austin, TX
Gorgeous 1800's Antique Louis XV Style, Mirrored Double Doors, Bedroom Armoire! Antique Armoire, Louis XV Style, Mirrored Double Doors, Bedroom, 1800s, 19th Century!! This antique armoire is a stunning example of Louis XV style from the 19th century. The mirrored double doors add an extra touch of elegance to the piece, which is perfect for use in any bedroom. The wardrobe provides ample storage space for clothing and other items, with a solid pattern and rectangular shape in brown, dark wood tones. Crafted from high-quality wood, this freestanding wardrobe boasts full-length mirrors and a rectangular mirror shape. The unit is branded as an antique and features two doors with mirrored details, as well as several other unique features. This piece is perfect for any adult bedroom and is sure to add a touch of class to any decor. Louis XV style ANTIQUE ARMOIRE WITH MIRRORED DOORS...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Mirror, Wood

Louis XV Cartouche Rococo Baroque Gilt Wood Mirror
Located in Elkhart, IN
A gorgeous Louis XV Cartouche Rococo Baroque style gilt wood framed wall mirror Late 20th Century Measures: 25.5"W x 4"D x 41"H Very good original ...
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Late 20th Century American Louis XV Furniture

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Mirror, Giltwood

Antique sofa, Sweden, circa 1870
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique sofa, Sweden, circa 1870. Very good condition. The upholstery is in original condition. Wood: walnut dimensions: height 98 cm seat height 42 cm width 133 cm depth 69 cm
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1870s Swedish Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Walnut

Antique French Ledet et fils Louis XV Ladies Sewing Work Table Dressing Vanity
Located in Forney, TX
Refined country French elegance and sophistication at its finest, this Provincial Louis XV style lady's sewing stand work table or coiffeuse by Ledet et fils exudes refined grace and functionality. Born in Bordeaux Region of Southwestern France in the mid-19th century, exceptionally executed in sophisticated King Louis Fifteenth (1715-1774) taste, hand-crafted of warm mellow solid mahogany, having a rectangular serpentine shaped hinged top opening to reveal the original flat mirror plate, over a removable divided tray, faux drawer front with wooden escutcheon, above a sewing / work bin, gently curved scalloped apron, all rising elegantly on long cabriole legs adorned with finely carved shell acanthus leaf knee ending in whorl feet, terminating on casters. circa 1850s Signed, retaining the original ébéniste (cabinetmakers) makers mark to the underside, reading: Ledet Fab de Meubles Bordeaux Dimensions: (approx) 29.25" High, 24" Wide, 16.75" Deep Versatile: As warm and attractive as it is useful, having the ideal size and proportions for a variety of different uses, including as a side table, accent table, hall console, sofa table, bedside nightstand, rolling lamp...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Wood, Mahogany

Set of 8 Country French Upholstered Dining Chairs includes 2 Armchairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Set of 8 Antique Country French Upholstered Dining Chairs includes 2 Armchairs feature amazingly artistic contours that create a timeless, naturalistic presence. All the chairs feat...
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Mid-20th Century French Louis XV Furniture

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Fabric, Oak

French Louis XV Period Fireplace Grate or Fire Basket, 18th Century
Located in Amerongen, NL
18th century French Louis XV period andirons made of wrought iron with a recently forged grate. The condition is good.   
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18th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Wrought Iron

Late 19th Century Antique French Louis XV Style Gilt & Composition Mirror
Located in Sheridan, CO
Antique French Louis XV style gilt wood and composition mirror, 19th c. The mirror features a rectangular frame, with floral accents, encasing flat mirror plate, "diamond" dust to mi...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Glass, Plaster, Wood, Giltwood

Eric Stepniewski French Louis XV Rococo Ormolu & Crystal Figural Cherub Vase 35"
Located in Dayton, OH
Late 20th Century Eric Stepnewski Centerpiece / Vase. Crafted from chiseled brass ormolu finished in 24k gold and crystal. Features a fluted cut crystal body decorated by 2 cherubs h...
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Late 20th Century Louis XV Furniture

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Crystal, Brass

Eric Stepniewski French Louis XV Ormolu Crystal Incense Burner Centerpiece Bowl
Located in Dayton, OH
Large and impressive French Louis XV style ormolu-mounted crystal incense burner / centerpiece bowl and cover. Features beautifully chiseled bra...
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1990s Louis XV Furniture

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Crystal, Brass

Pair of Early 1900's French Walnut Louis XV Style Armchairs
Located in London, Park Royal
A pair of Louis XV style hand-carved solid walnut Armchairs circa early 1900's, from France. The chairs have some pretty detailing in the fine carving on the chairs featuring small f...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Furniture

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Upholstery, Wood

French Louis XV Style 1880s Painted Bergère Chairs with Carved Floral Motifs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of French Louis XV style painted wood bergères à oreilles chairs from circa 1880 with carved floral motifs, cabriole legs and used upholstery. This exquisite pair of French Lo...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Upholstery, Wood

18th Century French Duchesse Part Louis XV Period in Hand Molded Carved Wood
Located in Sofia, BG
18th Century French duchesse part Louis XV period in hand molded and carved walnut frame steel wearing an original upholstery. Good authentic condition of the frame but the upholster...
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Mid-18th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Silk, Walnut

French Louis XV Period Fireplace Grate or Fire Basket, 18th Century
Located in Amerongen, NL
18th century French Louis XV period andirons made of wrought iron. The condition is good.   
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18th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Wrought Iron

Original Vintage Print of A Female Nude After Jean Jaques Henner. C.1920
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful print after Jean Jacques Henner Lovely colors. Tipped in plate on good quality paper Chromolithograph Published circa 1920 The measurement given below is the off whit...
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1920s English Vintage Louis XV Furniture

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Paper

18th Century Antique Dutch Polished Brass Firewood Basket
Located in Amerongen, NL
18th century Dutch log basket. The firewood basket is made of polished brass and has a wrought iron handle. Also called 'aker'. Used to draw water from the well and Cook over an open...
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18th Century Dutch Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Brass, Wrought Iron

Original Vintage Print AfterJean Baptiste Greuze, circa 1920
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful print after Greuze Lovely colors. Tipped in plate on good quality paper Chromolithograph Published circa 1920 The measurement given below is the off white paper size,...
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1920s English Vintage Louis XV Furniture

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Paper

19th Century Walnut Cooler Table in the Transition Louis XV Style
Located in NICE, FR
We present you with this superb transition Louis XV-style walnut cooler from the late 19th century. It contains two removable coolers set within the marble slab, complemented by a lo...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Marble

Francois Linke Rare Signed Parquetry Inlaid Hinged Side Table With Bronze Mounts
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A parquetry inlaid side table, having a hinged top, opening to reveal a shaped and divided compartment within. The bronze trimmed cartouche formed top with cross banding intertwined ...
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Late 19th Century Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Bronze

Miniature Ormolu Gilt Mounted Veneer Box Chest for Lingerie or Jewelry
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Small French marble top Louis XV style table-based chest of 6 drawers for jewelry or lingerie.
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Marble, Bronze

Vintage Louis XV style desk 1950s
Located in Catania, IT
Vintage desk in the Louis XV style with decorations and inlays lacquered wood and gilt bronzes, with 3 capacious drawers. In good condition, writing surface to be re-done.
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1940s Vintage Louis XV Furniture

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Wood

Baker Furniture Company Carved Walnut French Louis XV Style Arm Chair & Ottoman
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a gorgeous Baker Furniture company carved Louis XV style armchairs and matching ottoman. The chairs and ottoman are in good codnition and while it is used and may have some s...
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1990s American Louis XV Furniture

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Walnut

Pair of French Empire Louis XV Style Acorn and Swag Brass Andirons
Located in Germantown, MD
A Pair of French Empire Louis XV Style Acorn and Swag Brass Andirons. Measure 5" in width, 9.5" in depth and 13" in height.
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Early 20th Century Unknown Louis XV Furniture

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Brass, Iron

True Pair Of Italian 19th Century Louis XV St. Giltwood & Marble Plaques
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A wonderful and most decorative true pair of Italian 19th century Louis XV st. Giltwood and Pietra Dura marble plaques. This wonderful pair of plaques are framed within a mottled edg...
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19th Century Italian Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Marble

Louis XV Style Fireplace In Carrara Marble Circa 1880
Located in Honnelles, WHT
Louis XV style fireplace in Carrara marble circa 1880 Superb quality of sculpture Dimensions of the hearth: 87.5 x 105.5 cm
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Marble, Carrara Marble

French Louis XV Style Kidney Shaped Leather Top Bronze Mounted 3 Drawer Desk
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage French Louis XV Style Kidney Shaped Leather Top Bronze Mounted 3 Drawer Desk. Item features finished back with bronze accents, beautiful wood grain, very pretty desk. Circa L...
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Late 20th Century Louis XV Furniture

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Leather, Wood

Antique French 'Year' Fireback, 18th Century
Located in Amerongen, NL
18th century French Louis XV fireback. The date of production, 1797, is cast in the fireback. The pillars refer to the club of Hercules and symbolize strength and the unknown. The...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Iron

18th Century French Louis XV Period Mahogany Hand Carved Foot Stool or Dog Stool
Located in Sofia, BG
18th Century French Louis XV period mahogany hand carved foot stool or dog stool in very good authentic condition still wearing original velvet upholstery in dark red. France, circa ...
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Mid-18th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Velvet, Mahogany

French Louis XV Style Bureau Plat Leather Top Writing Desk
Located in Hopewell, NJ
An outstanding French Louis XV style writing desk or bureau plat desk with bronze trim and ornate ormolu mounts and embossed leather top. The desk is finished on all sides and could ...
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1940s French Vintage Louis XV Furniture

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Leather, Walnut

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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