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Louis XVI Furniture

LOUIS XVI STYLE

Reflecting the final era of royal opulence before the upheaval of the French Revolution, antique Louis XVI furniture features more angular shapes than the Rococo curves of the Louis XV style, harkening back to the imposing grandeur of Louis XIV.

Dating between 1750 and 1800, an era that overlapped with the last king of France whose reign was cut short by the guillotine, Louis XVI furniture, known as the goût grec, is emblematic of the neoclassical revision that French furniture underwent during the second half of the 18th century.

Authentic Louis XVI furniture characteristics include clean lines and carved details such as scrolls and acanthus flourishes that were inspired by ancient Greece and Rome. This was informed by a burgeoning interest in antiquity in the 18th century, owing to new archaeological excavations at sites including Pompeii and Herculaneum. It largely eclipsed the more East Asian–influenced ornamentation of Louis XV for something more geometric and symmetrical.

The Louis XVI style was defined by what was being created for the palatial rooms at Versailles and Fontainebleau, particularly for the queen, with cabinetmaker Jean-Henri Riesener being a favorite of Marie-Antoinette’s for his luxurious pieces accented with gilded bronze and marquetry. Furniture maker Jean-Baptiste-Claude Sené was also a major designer of the period, with his pieces for the royal residences adorned with giltwood and neoclassical touches like tapered columns for chair legs and laurel leaf carvings. Cabinetmaker Adam Weisweiler occasionally incorporated into his furniture porcelain panels produced by Sèvres, a popular manufacturer of European ceramics that served the crown with serveware, vases and other decorative objects.

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Style: Louis XVI
19th Century French Hand Carved Silke Dining Chairs in Louis XVI Style
Located in Sofia, BG
19th Century French eight hand carved dining chairs in Louis XVI style. All the chairs are in very good authentic condition and still wearing original silk upholstery. France, circa ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Silk, Wood

Antique Sevres Porcelain Royal Blue Ormolu Table Lamp 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a stunning large antique French Sevres style "Bleu Royale"  porcelain and ormolu mounted vase circa 1870 in date, later converted into a lamp. In Louis XVI style, of baluster form with wolf...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Ormolu

20th Century Inlaid Wood Louis XVI Style Italian Commode, 1960
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Elegant Italian chest of drawers from the mid-20th century. Louis XVI style furniture richly inlaid in walnut, rosewood, maple, palisander and fruitwood. High quality and beautifully...
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1960s Italian Vintage Louis XVI Furniture

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Wood

Fine Pair of French 18th Century Bronze and Gilt Bronze Candelabra
Located in Rome, IT
A fine pair of French 18th century bronze and gilt bronze candelabra, each in the form of putto figures holding aloft three scrolled candle-branches on a red marble and a square whit...
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Mid-18th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Bronze

French Vintage Screen Divider with Three Panels
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A delightful little 18th century-style three-sectional room divider, crafted from fabric stretched over a wooden frame and skilfully printed with a deliberate reproduction of a nicel...
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20th Century French Louis XVI Furniture

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Fabric, Wood

Rosewood panelled dresser, Lombardy, late 18th century
Located in Brescia, IT
Description Dresser panelled in rosewood and inlaid in various woods, Lombardy, late 18th century. Rosewood panelled, filleted and inlaid dresser in various woods with three drawers ...
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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Palisander

18th Century Italian Louis XVI Solid Walnut Armchair
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Beautiful 18th century of the period Louis XVI Italian antique armchair in solid walnut wood. An imposing large armchair with a wide and comfortable seat. Very linear characterized b...
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1780s Italian Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Walnut

Antique French, Louis XVI Chest of Drawers Commode Buffet Bar
Located in Senonches, Centre-Val de Loire
Antique French Louis XVI style bar buffet topped with a white Carrara marble, fluted legs finished with golden bronze clogs. One dovetailed drawer, two doors and a practical storage ...
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Early 1900s French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Carrara Marble

Antique Fireback / Backsplash, Coat of Arms Lions
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
Antique fireback / backsplash, coat of arms lions. Nice square cast iron antique fireback displaying a the coat of arms with two lions. Great co...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Iron

André Leboeuf, Manufacture à la Reine' - Cup and saucer 'Litron', late 18th
Located in DELFT, NL
Very beautiful cup and saucer of the model Litron, by Manufacture à la Reine rue Thiroux. ca 1785-1790. Refined and elaborate decoration of flower festoons and gilt ornament. Faint c...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Porcelain

19th Century French Hand Carved Wooden Chair Metal Ornaments Red Velvet
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
Beautiful chair made in France, circa 1860. Special about the chair are the metal ornaments and the headline contains initials. The chair is fully new upholstered in red velvet.  
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1860s French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Metal

Antique Parisian Louis XVI Fireplace Mantel
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
This exquisite antique Parisian Louis XVI-style fireplace embodies elegance and timeless sophistication. Crafted from a striking black and gray marble, its understated beauty makes i...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Limestone, Marble

18th Century Petite Walnut Commode
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
This elegant 18th-century walnut chiffonnière is a testament to fine craftsmanship and timeless design. Crafted from rich, warm walnut wood, this piece boasts intricate details and a...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Bronze

Antique French Louis XVI Dining Chairs
Located in Buxton, GB
Add an elegant touch to your dining room with this set of six antique French dining chairs. Crafted from solid wood, these chairs boast a square shape and feature intricate carvings...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Furniture

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Wood

Pair of 19th Century French Louis XVI Carved Painted Nightstands Bedside Tables
Located in Reading, Berkshire
A Pair Of Matching Antique French Louis XVI Rustic Style Painted Bedroom Nightstand Cabinets, Each With A Single Drawer & Cabinet Drawer With Mirrored Tops.
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Glass, Wood, Paint

Krieger, Stamped Mahogany Chest Of Drawers, 19th Century
Located in MARSEILLE, FR
Beautiful mahogany chest of drawers with 2 drawers, with rich gilded bronze ornamentation: pearl threads, flower sprays highlight the play of the work of speckled or veneered mahogan...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Bronze

137-Piece Set Silver Plated Tableware - Christofle - Rubans Croisés - Complete
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A great set of silver plated tableware, made by the French brand Christofle, from the series Rubans Croisés. The set is complete for 12 persons and in great condition. It looks like ...
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1980s French Vintage Louis XVI Furniture

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Silver Plate

Bed French Carved Painted Old White Susani Upholstered Louis XVI King 150cm 5ft
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
Louis XVI, carved & painted, double bed upholstered with susani, woven textile with flowers & lovebirds & custom made bedspread, sold with custo...
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1790s French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Textile, Paint

Pair Of Wall Lamps In Louis XVI Style
Located in Warsaw, PL
The wall sconce is made of intricately chiseled brass and plated with 24-carat gold, featuring natural elements such as olive branches and the face of King Louis XVI on a shield to c...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Bronze

19th C. Neo Classic Large Bed With Gilt Work & Painted "Boucher" Style Cherubs
Located in London, Park Royal
This bed isn’t just fit for a king—it was actually made for royalty! Handcrafted in solid oak in France circa 1880, this remarkable Neo-Classical bed was commissioned for the Egypti...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Wood

Late 18th Century Swiss Pine Blanket Chest
Located in Vo', Veneto
Late 18th century Swiss stone pine chest H. 88 cm – L. 145 cm – D. 69 cm Beautiful chest in pine wood, built at the end of the eighteenth century. On the front there are three...
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1790s Italian Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Fir

19th Century Hand Carved and Hand Painted Queen Size Bed Frame Louis XVI Style
Located in Sofia, BG
19th century exquisite queen size beautifully hand carved bed frame in the elegant Louis XVI style. The headboard and footboard frames are raised on si...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Cane, Wood

Late 19th Century Black Marble and Lapis Lazuli Obelisk Garniture
Located in Firenze, IT
Shipping policy No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). This Louis XV style black marble an...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Marble, Lapis Lazuli

Antique French Louis XVI Period Mirror Carved Giltwood, circa 1780
Located in Paris, FR
Rare Louis XVI period French giltwood mirror, circa 1780. Antique carved gilded frame with pearl decoration around the edges of glass mirror. Anti...
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1780s French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Mirror, Giltwood, Glass

19th Century Louis XVI Style Petite Commode 'Sauteuse'
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
An attractive little Louis XVI style “sauteuse” chest of drawers, in veneered wood, with inlaid marquetry decoration and a 'Breche d'Alep' marble top. This 'transitional' style commo...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Marble, Bronze

Antique Wall Picture Frame, Louis XVI. Style, Hanging Photo, France, 9 x 12 cm
Located in Greven, DE
Beautiful brass picture frame for wall installation, France, circa 1880. Picture size: 8,5 cm x 11,5 cm. Hanging ring on the top for wall installation, hidden behind a wonderful bow ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Brass

Delightful French Louis XVI Style Fireplace Mantel
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
Delightful French Louis XVI "Demi Lune" style fireplace mantel. This perfect size Parisian Louis XVI fireplace mantel is the perfect mix of simple and strong profiled elements and ...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Stone, Marble, Carrara Marble, Statuary Marble

Louis XVI Style Giltwood Mantle Mirror
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A tall and impressive 19th century Napoleon III rectangular mantle mirror in a wood and gilt stucco frame, surmounted by an imposing pediment of cherubs and dolphins...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Giltwood, Mirror

Louis XVI Style set of Gilt Bronze and Enamel Sconces by Gherardo Degli Albizzi
Located in Florence, Tuscany
Louis XVI Style set of Gilt Bronze and Enamel Sconces by Gherardo Degli Albizzi. This fine set of wall sconces is crafted entirely of gilded bronze and decorated with elements typica...
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2010s Italian Louis XVI Furniture

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Bronze, Enamel

Pair of Louis XVI style Armchairs, France circa 1890
Located in Knutsford, GB
A Pair of Louis XVI Style painted Fauteuils/ Armchairs. Late 19th Century. French. Blue silk upholstery 100 cm high x 69 cm wide x 69 cm deep
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1890s French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Beech

A large Antique Gold Gilt French Louis XVI Style Mirror
Located in London, GB
A large antique French gold gilt mirror in the Louis XVI manner. Retaining its original mirror plate with some foxing. The outer edge of the shaped frame beaded with the inner ribbon...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Giltwood

Antique French, Louis XVI Style Chest of Drawers Commode Buffet Bar
Located in Senonches, Centre-Val de Loire
Antique French Louis XVI style bar buffet topped with a white Carrara marble, bronze and brasse details, fluted legs finished with golden bronze clogs. One dovetailed drawer and two ...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Carrara Marble

19th Century, Pair of French Gilt Bronze Six Lights Chandeliers
Located in IT
Late 19th Century, Pair of French Gilt Bronze Six Lights Chandeliers The pair of elegant chandeliers was made in France at the end of the 19th century. The structure is in chiseled ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Bronze

Exquisite pair of Louis XVI nightstands, Belgium ca. 1950
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Belgium / 1950 / set of 2 nightstands / wood and brass / Louis XVI Elegant pair of 2 Louis XVI nightstands made in Belgium around 1950. Craftsm...
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1950s Belgian Vintage Louis XVI Furniture

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Brass

21st Century bathroom table in golden bronze and porcelain with towel-holder
Located in Calenzano, FI
21st century bathroom table with towel- holder in golden bronze and the part of porcelain with pure gold decorations. Each object is handcrafted and the care for every detail makes e...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Louis XVI Furniture

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Bronze

French Vigneron Fireplace Surround From Paris In Light Limestone
Located in Beervelde, BE
Louis XVI period limestone fireplace surround from France. Straight lines with a nice surface and feeling. French 18th century for timeless living with a French touch. Exceptional ca...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Limestone

Boin-Taburet & Faberge, - 8pc. 950 Sterling Tea Set + 6 Faberge Espresso Cups
Located in Wilmington, DE
Direct from Paris, A Magnificent 8-piece Sterling Silver Tea Set by one of France's Premier French Silversmith "Boin-Taburet", and includes 6 Faberge Imperial Egg espresso cups and saucers in fine Limoges porcelain. The world of silver-smithing has witnessed the rise and fall of many notable firms throughout its history. In the realm of French silver-smithing, the name "Boin-Taburet" stands as a symbol of enduring excellence, innovation, and craftsmanship. Fabergé, a name synonymous with opulence, craftsmanship, and unparalleled luxury, has captivated the world for over a century. The brand's remarkable journey from a modest Russian jewelry atelier to a symbol of prestige and sophistication is a testament to its enduring legacy. In 1885 Tsar Alexander III commissioned a lavish Easter egg for his wife, Empress Maria Feodorovna. This magnificent piece, known as the Hen Egg, was an extraordinary fusion of artistry and engineering, setting the stage for what would become Faberge’s most iconic creations - the Imperial Easter Eggs. The Imperial Easter Eggs, a series of intricately designed and meticulously crafted eggs, became the hallmark of Fabergé's artistry. Peter Carl Fabergé and his team of skilled artisans poured their hearts and souls into creating these masterpieces, which were intended as gifts from the Russian Tsars to their wives and mothers. The history of Boin-Taburet is closely linked to the two families that merged to create this iconic firm. The story begins with the Boin family, where Alexis Boin, a skilled silversmith, laid the foundation of the firm. Boin's craftsmanship and artistic abilities were quickly recognized, and his works gained prominence during the early 19th century. The Taburet family, on the other hand, was equally esteemed in the silver-smithing world. Auguste Taburet, known for his intricate designs and fine workmanship, brought the Taburet name to the forefront of French silver-smithing. It was the union of these two families through marriage in 1845 that established the firm known as "Boin-Taburet." The Imperial Easter Eggs not only showcased Fabergé's technical prowess but also solidified the brand's reputation as the jeweler to the Russian imperial family. They were exquisite symbols of love and devotion, and their creation marked a collaborative effort between Fabergé and the Romanov dynasty. The quality and craftsmanship of Boin-Taburet's silverware, exemplified in this stunning tea set, earned the firm a well-deserved reputation. Notably, Boin-Taburet received royal patronage from Emperor Napoleon III, which marked a significant milestone in their history. This recognition catapulted the firm to new heights, and they began creating exquisite pieces for the French royal court. Their exceptional work was displayed at prestigious international exhibitions, further enhancing their reputation on the global stage. The firm's achievements were not limited to France, as Boin-Taburet's pieces found homes in royal collections around the world. This is an amazing 8 piece set and in each of the sterling pieces have been professionally restored to near new condition. The majestic Samovar (Water Fountain) stands roughly 39.00cm. high to the top of the lid, is approximately 23.00cm. across to the tip of the spout and weights 2,270 grams. It bears the French Government's Head of the Minerva 1 hallmark, certifying a minimum of 950 sterling silver, in addition to the Henin Frères sterling silver manufacturer's hallmark and is stamped "Boin-Taburet a Paris" on the underside. The Coffee server stands roughly 21.50cm. high to the top of the lid, is approximately 22.00cm. across to the tip of the handle and weights 698 grams. It bears the French Government's Head of the Minerva 1 hallmark, certifying a minimum of 950 sterling silver, in addition to the Henin Freres sterling silver manufacturer's hallmark and is stamped "Boin-Taburet a Paris 49213 16" on the underside. The Teapot is roughly 18.50cm. high to the top of the lid, approximately 22.50cm. across from the tip of the spout to the outside of the handle and weights 701 grams. It also bears the French Government's Head of the Minerva 1 hallmark, certifying a minimum of 950 sterling silver, in addition to the Henin Freres sterling silver manufacturer's hallmark and is stamped "Boin-Taburet a Paris 49208 16" on the underside. The Hot Chocolate server stands roughly 22.00cm. high to the top of the lid, is approximately 21.00cm. across to the tip of the handle and weights 733 grams. It bears the French Government's Head of the Minerva 1 hallmark, certifying a minimum of 950 sterling silver, in addition to the Henin Frères sterling silver manufacturer's hallmark and is stamped "Boin-Taburet a Paris 51103 17" on the underside. The elegant Sugar Bowl stands approximately 17.00cm. high to the top of the lid, roughly 13.50cm. across to the outside of the handles and weights 560 grams. It bears the French Government's Head of the Minerva 1 hallmark, certifying a minimum of 950 sterling silver, in addition to the Henin Frères sterling silver manufacturer's hallmark and is stamped "Boin-Taburet a Paris 49665 16" on the underside. The Cream Pitcher stand approximately 11.00cm. high to the top of the handle, is roughly 12.00cm. across from the tip of the spout to the outside of the handle and weights 195 grams. It bears the French Government's Head of the Minerva 1 hallmark, certifying a minimum of 950 sterling silver, in addition to the Henin Frères sterling silver manufacturer's hallmark and is stamped "Boin-Taburet a Paris 49214 16" on the underside. The sturdy Candy / Biscuit Dish is roughly 6.00cm. high, approximately 15.00cm. in length to the tips of the handles and weights 275 grams. It also bears the French Government's Head of the Minerva 1 hallmark, certifying a minimum of 950 sterling silver, in addition to the Henin Frères sterling silver manufacturer's hallmark and is stamped "Boin-Taburet a Paris 48511 16" on the underside. The massive serving tray is approximately 63.70cm. in length, 51.00cm. across at its widest point and weights in excess of 3,100 grams. It also bears the French Government's Head of the Minerva 1 hallmark, certifying a minimum of 950 sterling silver, in addition to the Henin Freres sterling silver manufacturer's hallmark and is stamped "Boin-Taburet a Paris" on the underside. "The Imperial Swan Egg...
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1890s French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Sterling Silver

Antique 18th Century Diptych Portable Sundial And Compass by Beringer
Located in Bilzen, BE
Antique 18th Century Diptych Sundial and Compass a portable wooden sundial with compass, of German origin, by David Beringer, Nuremberg, dating back to the 1780 circa, in good age re...
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Late 18th Century German Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Metal

Gilt Bronze Cherub Table Clock 19th century
Located in Staffordshire, GB
19th century Louis XV1 Style Cherub Mantle Clock with white porcelain dial, platform escapement in circular bleu du roi decorated case, held aloft by gilt cherub on alabaster base. ...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Bronze

19th Century French Gilded Wooden Canape in Louis XVI Style
Located in Sofia, BG
Gilded wooden sofa with water leaf motifs, rosettes and grooves, straight armrests, curved armrests, twisted and tapered legs. Striped fabric trim with foliage patterns in pastel sha...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Giltwood

Louis XVI Style Fireplace In Statuary White Marble Circa 1880
Located in Honnelles, WHT
Louis XVI style fireplace in statuary white marble. Chips and 5 repairs See photos under lintel 4 and one on shelf corner Dimensions of fireplace: 97 x 91 cm
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Marble

Christofle (Cardeilhac) - 4pc. Antique French 950 Sterling Silver Tea Set + Tray
Located in Wilmington, DE
Direct from Paris, A Stunning Louis XVI, 4pc. Sterling Silver Tea / Coffee Set by France's Premier Silversmiths "Jacques and Pierre Cardeilhac (Christofle)" Silversmiths to the Aristocracy of Europe, with Accompanying "Boulenger" 950 Sterling Silver Serving Tray and 5 Anti-tarnish Storage Wraps, Circa 1890s. The French silversmith Christofle, formerly known as Cardeilhac, stands as a prominent figure in the history of silver craftsmanship. With a legacy that spans over two centuries, the house of Christofle has been synonymous with excellence in silverware, catering to the needs of French royalty, the elite, and connoisseurs of fine craftsmanship worldwide. Adolphe Boulenger...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Small 18/19th Century French Giltwood Louis XVI Style Mirror
Located in Buisson, FR
Small giltwood Louis XVI style mirror with its original mirror glass France, circa 1760-1850 Weathered, small ,losses and old repairs.
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19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Wood

Pair of 19th Century Swedish Carved Wooden Lamps
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
Pair of 19th Century Swedish carved wooden lamps. Made from architectural fragments. Louis XVI style on later bases. Rewired and PAT tested to UK standards.
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19th Century Swedish Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Wood

Italian 19th Century Louis XVI Style Giltwood Console Table and Mirror
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Italian late 19th century Louis XVI style giltwood console table and mirror. The table is finely hand carved in precise detail o...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Wood, Mirror

Louis XVI Style Bronze Girandole Wall Mirror with Candle Sconces, ca 1920
Located in Barntrup, DE
This Louis XVI-style girandole wall mirror has a bronze frame surrounding a beveled oval mirror plate. The frame is decorated with leaves, flowers, scrolls, and a boy’s face. Beneath...
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1920s French Vintage Louis XVI Furniture

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Bronze

Rosewood panelled dresser, Lombardy, late 18th century
Located in Brescia, IT
Description Rosewood panelled dresser and boxwood inlays, rosewood and stained maple, Lombardy, late 18th century. Elegant Lombard, Louis XVI, three-drawer dresser, panelled in rosew...
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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Rosewood

Antique Limestone Fireplace
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
This exquisite Louis XVI-style paneled limestone fireplace mantel from France is a timeless masterpiece that exudes elegance and sophistication. Crafted from warm-toned limestone, th...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Limestone

Mantel Clock 19th Century Styl Empire by Ferdinand Berthoud À Paris
Located in Warsaw, PL
Ormolu bronze mantel clock flanked by a troubadour and musical instruments, signed 'Ferdinand Berthoud a Paris'. The end of the 18th and beginning of the 19th century was a crucial time in which new technological advances helped to make watches more accurate and more portable. During the 1790s, the production of gilded bronze increased considerably as working conditions improved. The freedom of trade initiated by the French Revolution allowed many casters to develop large factories. The new factory environment gave them a chance to execute all stages of bronze work including drawing, casting, gilding, assembly, and trade of art objects. While the bronzers took creative liberty in creating all kinds of clocks in contrast to the noble and rigorous structure carried by the movement of neoclassicism. Under the reign of Empire, the case designs started gradually to develop away from a proportionate and strict classicism towards a baroque style and revival style. The rediscovery of medieval civilization was one of the intellectual curiosities of the beginning of the 19th century, with much input from the Ancien Régime and its institutions, rites and the medieval churches in which family ceremonies occurred. This early nineteenth-century figural mantel clock is surmounted by a medieval musician. To be more precise, it is a french troubadour. Troubadours were known for composing and performing lyric poetry for the nobility back during medieval times. The clock is featuring a chiselled bronze troubadour, dressed in medieval fashion while holding a flute, playing a tune from sheet music called "Du Troubadour" that is resting on top of the rectangular clock case. In addition to that, the clock features a gilt bronze lute or vielle resting on a small stool on the opposite side of the clock’s case. The white enamel dial features the inscription Berthoud and is underlined by a bronze entourage chiselled with palmette motif, plus encompassed by c-scrolls and wreaths. The original hands are in blued steel and encircled by Roman numerals indicating hour next to Arabic numerals indicating minutes. The small details that adorn the hexagonal plinth are reliefs, depicting two water fountains or basins on both sides with a lyre in between. The sculpted image of a lyre raised above the background features also foliage garlands tied on top with ribbons. The clock rests on seven spinning feet. The clock was made in the well-known workshop of the Berthoud’s family that was recognized for their excellent work by the King. Berthoud Clockmakers History. Ferdinand Berthoud was a horologist and author of extensive treatises on timekeeping as well as a Swiss clockmaker serving the king of France, that produced many marine clocks, including a weight-driven version that inspired the first American sea-going clock. He was born in Plancemont, Switzerland, the son of an architect and judiciary. In 1741 he began a three-year apprenticeship as a clockmaker under his brother, Jean-Henri. He made his first marine chronometer in 1754 (sent for trial in 1761) and in 1764 was appointed a member of the Royal Society, London and Horloger Mécanicien de Sa Majesté et de la Marine ayant l'inspection de la construction des Horloges Marines. In 1769, Ferdinand Berthoud sent for his nephew Pierre-Louis Berthoud (1754–1813), commonly known as Louis Berthoud, a talented young watchmaker and clockmaker, inviting him to come to Paris from Couvet, Switzerland, to pursue his apprenticeship. Louis helped Ferdinand manufacture and repair the sea clocks...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Bronze

Exceptional display cabinet, Western Europe, France, circa 1910.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Exceptional display cabinet, Western Europe, France, circa 1910. Very good condition, after professional renovation. Wood: walnut Dimensions: height 219 cm / width 115 cm / depth ...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Furniture

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Walnut

Antique Louis XVI Style Ormolu, Marble and Parquetry Vitrine
Located in London, GB
Antique Louis XVI style ormolu, marble and parquetry vitrine French, Late 19th Century Height 158cm, width 68cm, depth 40cm Crafted in late 19th century France, this splendid vi...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Ormolu

Hand carved French LXVI Style Bergere Bed US King Size by La Maison London
Located in London, Park Royal
The Bergère bed is a classic, French style, Louis XVI design. This period was founded on the "Beau Idéal': the idealisation of beauty, based on the purity and grandeur of the ancien...
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2010s British Louis XVI Furniture

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Cane, Wood, Paint

Polished bronze easel photo frame French style 20th century
Located in Cantù, IT
Polished bronco easel photo frame French style 20th century - Private Collection Domenico Rugiano
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20th Century French Louis XVI Furniture

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Bronze

19th Century French Louis XVI Style Ormolu & Tulipwood Dressing Table by Sormani
Located in London, GB
An Elegant Ormolu-Mounted Tulipwood Dressing Table In the Louis XV Style Attributed to Paul Sormani A superb example of late 19th century 'mobilier de luxe,' this tulipwood-veneere...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Ormolu

Pair 19th Century Green Marble Cassolettes
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Pair of French 19th Century large cassolettes crafted from richly veined Maurin Green marble, showcasing timeless neoclassical design. These substantial decorative urns feature fine...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Marble

Pair of French Open Armchairs Louis XVI Style Fauteuils, circa 1960
Located in Labrit, Landes
Pair of Louis XVI style fauteuils, French open armchairs, made in the 20th mid-century period. The wood is finely scupted with plant motifs typical of the Louis 16 style. The upholst...
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1960s French Vintage Louis XVI Furniture

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Upholstery, Wood

Louis XVI Antique Marble Fireplace Mantel
Located in London, GB
A period piece from the late 18th century, unusual in design with raised carved fluted panels with a classical urn to centre of the frieze and fluted end blocks. The flute jambs whic...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Marble

Tetard - Two French Antique Louis XVI 5-Candle 950 Sterling Silver Candelabra
Located in Wilmington, DE
Direct from private chateau near Paris, a truly magnificent pair of original 950 sterling silver Louis XVI 5-candle candelabra by one of France's premier silversmiths "Tetard Frères"...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Sterling Silver

Louis Xvi furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Louis XVI 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 decorative objects, tables, lighting and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Louis XVI 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 Oggetti D'Arte, Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres, François Linke, and Maison Jansen. 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 $3 and tops out at $833,747 while the average work can sell for $6,700.

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