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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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Item Ships From: Continental US
Style: Louis XVI
French Louis XVI Style Fruitwood Bergere Chairs Blue & White Floral - Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a lovely pair of French Louis XVI style carved fruitwood armchairs. The blue and white floral upholstery is new. These have timeless appeal and could work from living room to...
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Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Furniture

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Upholstery, Fruitwood

French Louis XVI Style 1890s Bouillotte Table with Marble Top and Brass Gallery
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Louis XVI style bouillotte table from the late 19th century, with inset marble top, brass gallery, drawers and fluted legs. Born in France during the later years of the 19th...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Marble, Brass

19th Century French Louis XVI Style Mahogany Marble Top Vitrine / Bookcase
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Early 19th century French Louis XVI style Mahogany with brass mounted marble top vitrine / bookcase. This was designed to display your most prized possessions or one of a kind collec...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Marble, Brass

19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Gilted Pinewood Trumeau Glass Mirror
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An early 19th Century, antique monumental French Trumeau mirror with its original mirrored glass, made of hand crafted gilded Pinewood in good condition. The full-length floor mirror...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Mirror, Pine

Elegant TRS Furniture Louis XVI Style Settee
By TRS
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Handsomely finished classic Louis XVI style settee. With fitted upholstered cushion. The sofa has a well carved and paint finished exposed wood frame. The whole is raised on tapered and fluted legs. Made by TRS Furniture...
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21st Century and Contemporary Louis XVI Furniture

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Fabric, Wood

2 Baker French Louis XVI Mahogany Fauteuil Library Lounge Club Armchairs Pair
Located in Dayton, OH
Pair of Baker Furniture library or lounge arm chairs, circa 1980s. Made of mahogany featuring French Louis XVI styling with domed / serpentine top, padded fauteuil arms, carved acan...
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1980s Vintage Louis XVI Furniture

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Upholstery, Mahogany

French Pair of Side Tables
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of French side tables in the Louis XVI style. Original Carrara marble tops are surrounded with an opened brass gallery. Each table feature a dovetailed drawer and a bottom shelf...
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1930s French Vintage Louis XVI Furniture

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Carrara Marble, Brass

c1880 Antique French Louis XVI stlye Bronze & Porcelain Flowered Chandelier
Located in Opa Locka, FL
19thc French Antique Louis XVI Bronze Frame with Porcelain Flower Chandelier. The flowers are crawling on bronze vines. Swirl effect towards the top. Ormolu.
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1880s French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Bronze

French 18th Century Louis XVI Bergere
Located in Atlanta, GA
This exquisite 18th-century French Louis XVI bergère embodies the refined elegance and craftsmanship of the period. Featuring a carved wooden frame, likely crafted from walnut, the c...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Walnut

18th Century French Porcelain Plate by Dagoty with Children at Play
Located in Katonah, NY
Made circa 1785, this plate features a deep cobalt blue border that is beautifully gilded with a dramatic geometric pattern. The burnished gilt is a hallmark of Dagoty porcelains. I...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Porcelain

French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Chandelier
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A spectacular French 19th century Louis XVI style nine light bronze and crystal chandelier–with all the glamor of Maison Bagues–to illuminate your dining room or foyer. This statemen...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Crystal, Bronze

Round Louis XVI-style Painted Occasional Table with Mirrored Top
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Occasional table having a painted finish showing natural wear, with a round top of antiqued mirrorplate, its gadrooned border over round guilloche apron, raised on rosette-headed, ro...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Furniture

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Mirror, Wood

French 19th Century Pair of Commodes
Located in Stockbridge, GA
Exquisite Pair of 19th century French pair of commodes. They are made of mahogany with brass around the drawers. They have it’s original marble top with a brass gallery around.
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Marble, Brass

18th Century Italian Louis XVI Chest of Drawers
Located in Atlanta, GA
This exceptional 17th-century Italian commode is a striking example of Baroque craftsmanship, crafted from richly grained walnut that has developed a warm, natural patina over the centuries. The commode features four drawers, each with intricately molded paneling and adorned with ornate brass hardware, reflecting the attention to detail characteristic of the period. The front showcases bold geometric carvings, while the sides feature diamond-shaped paneling, all hallmarks of Italian Baroque design, which emphasized grandeur and architectural detailing. The walnut wood has been meticulously polished to reveal its fine grain, enhancing the depth and richness of its appearance. Built using traditional 17th-century joinery techniques, including dovetail construction, this piece is as durable as it is beautiful. The commode’s bold and ornate design, combined with its functional storage capacity, makes it an impressive focal point in any traditional or antique-inspired setting. Perfect for collectors or those looking to bring a touch of historical elegance to their home, this piece exemplifies the opulence and sophistication of Italian Baroque furniture.
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18th Century Italian Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Walnut

18th Century Louis XVI Armoire
Located in High Point, NC
18th century walnut armoire from France. The arched crown is wonderfully molded and sits atop a grand case. The doors have arches at the top, and are raised paneled with central ov...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Walnut

French Louis XVI Period 1790s Walnut Three Drawer Commode with Fluted Side Posts
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Louis XVI period walnut commode circa 1790 with three drawers, linear brass hardware, cylindrical tapered legs and rounded fluted side posts. Step into the elegance of the F...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Brass

Extraordinary Pair of French Louis XVI Giltwood Wingback Armchairs or Bergeres
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Elegant pair of French Louis XVI gold and off white giltwood wingback armchairs or bergere chairs from the 19th Century, both with high end new upholstery. The framework with arched ...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Upholstery, Walnut

Set of 8 Antique Capodimonte Armorial Crest Cabinet Plates. Each with blue-pain
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Set of 8 Antique Capodimonte Armorial Crest Cabinet Plates. Each with blue-painted crowned "N" mark; comprising seven plates (8 3/4 in. dia.); on...
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19th Century Italian Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Porcelain

Pair of Louis XVI Style Inlaid Bedside Chests
Located in Westwood, NJ
Expertly crafted from Burl Walnut, Walnut, and Prima Vera veneers, this piece showcases exquisite inlays in a geometric design that embodies classic French sophistication. The two sp...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Louis XVI Furniture

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Brass

A Large Antique French Louis XVI Style Hand Carved Giltwood Sofa
Located in New York, NY
A large antique French Louis XVI style hand-carved giltwood sofa, late 19th century. The frame is constructed from carved wood with water-gilded surface treatment, featuring a centra...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Giltwood

Louis XVI Style Gilt Metal Mahogany Meuble d'Appui
Located in Astoria, NY
Louis XVI Style Gilt Metal Mounted Mahogany and White Marble Top Meuble d'Appui, late 19th century, fitted with a central cupboard enclosing two shelves. 44" H x 50" W x 19" D. Keywo...
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Late 19th Century European Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Metal

Baker Furniture French Regency Louis XVI Burled Walnut Tea Table
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Regency Louis XVI style tea table or occasional side table By Baker Furniture USA, Circa 1960s Book-matched burled walnut top, with carved walnut legs, and brass...
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1960s American Vintage Louis XVI Furniture

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Brass

19th Century French Louis XVI Giltwood Bergere
Located in Houston, TX
19th Century French Louis XVI Giltwood Bergere. Offered antique French gilt wood chair or Bergere has great lines and patina. Sturdy, comfortable and ready for the fabric of your cho...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Giltwood

19th C. French Louis XV Style Mahogany and Needlepoint Tapestry Fauteuils, Pair
Located in Germantown, MD
This pair of French Louis XV style Fauteuils features walnut frame with carved foliate, floral and scroll decoration; upholstered in pictorial needlepoint tapestry depicting courting...
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Mid-19th Century American Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Tapestry, Upholstery, Walnut

Early 20th-C. French Gilt Bronze And Malachite Desk Pen Inkwell / Inkstand
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is an early 20th century highly decorative French gilt bronze, malachite and faux malachite inkstand with dual inkwells. The base is a mix of faux malachite and malachite veneer...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Furniture

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Malachite, Bronze

French Bathroom Vanity Dark
Located in Westwood, NJ
Inspired by 18th-century Louis XVI design, this piece showcases meticulous craftsmanship with its crossbanded and inlaid detailing. The rich combination of crotch and straight walnut...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Louis XVI Furniture

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Marble

18th Century Louis XVI Period Italian Inlaid Sideboard in Walnut and Mixed Woods
Located in Atlanta, GA
A refined and architecturally balanced Italian sideboard from the Louis XVI period, expertly crafted in walnut and various fine woods with intricate inlays. The piece is distinguishe...
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18th Century Italian Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Walnut

French Louis XVI Style Early 19th Century Walnut Commode with Three Drawers
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Louis XVI style walnut commode from the early 19th century with three drawers, fluted side posts and original handles. Created in France during the early years of the 19th c...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Brass

18th Century, French or Italian, Faience Brasero Stove
Located in Doylestown, PA
A very nice 18th century faience brasero or portable parlor stove with grotesque mask decoration, blue splash glaze and retaining its original faience lid...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Faience

Antique French Louis XVI Style Maple Dining Chairs W/ Cane Seats - Set of 6
Located in Astoria, NY
An exceptional set of six late 19th-century French dining chairs in the timeless Louis XVI style, sourced directly from Provence, France. Expertly handcrafted from solid maple, each ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Cane, Maple

Pair of French Louis XVI Style 1900s Painted and Parcel-Gilt Bergères Chairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of French Louis XVI style painted wood, parcel-gilt bergères chairs from the early 20th century with soft yellow green double welt upholstery, scrolled arms, carved foliage an...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Furniture

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Upholstery, Wood

Fine JP Ehalt Signed French Louis XVI Style Rosewood Marquetry Dining Table
Located in Forney, TX
A stunning, fine quality vintage French gilt bronze ormolu mounted marquetry inlaid rosewood extension dining table by J.P. Ehalt. Exquisitely handcrafted using only the finest materials and highest level of craftsmanship, the mid-century antique reproduction lavishly finished in Neoclassical Louis XVI taste, having an extensively inlaid oval shaped top, richly decorated marquetry at the center features intricate floral motif, wonderfully designed and exceptionally executed built-in hide-a-way extension leaves that rest under the table in the manner of Maison Jansen, sliding out to extend the length of the table from 72 to 107 inches. The frieze luxuriously decorated with gilt bronze mounted running ornamentation with beaded trim, accented by stylized foliate gilded bronze embellishments, above fluted tapered legs. Signed J.P. Ehalt (Jean-Pierre Ehalt) Circa 1960s; France JP Ehalt...
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Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Furniture

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Bronze, Ormolu

Pair of Louis XVI Style Burl Chests
Located in Westwood, NJ
Chest embodies the refined elegance of 18th-century French design through its masterful use of book-matched burl veneers and delicate inlays. Each drawer front showcases symmetricall...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Louis XVI Furniture

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Wood

Antique French Louis XVI Carved Gold Leaf & Alpaca Mohair Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Antique French Louis XVI Carved Gold Leaf & Alpaca Mohair Sofa Country: France Materials: Carved Gold-Leaf Wood, New Alpaca Mohair Condition: Newly Reupholstered, New Alpaca Moha...
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1920s French Vintage Louis XVI Furniture

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Alpaca, Wood

Pair of Louis XVI Style Walnut Carved Beds with Toile
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Remarkable pair of French walnut hand-carved beds featuring blue and white toile upholstery. Crafted in the grand neoclassical Louis XVI taste by Bardie in the Bordeaux region of Fra...
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20th Century French Louis XVI Furniture

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Iron

Louis XVI Style Painted Armchair Made by Baker
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Louis XVI style painted armchair, made by Baker Furniture Company, circa 2000. The paint is off white and silver. The cushion is partial down filled, see photo of upholstery contents.
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1990s North American Louis XVI Furniture

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Upholstery, Wood, Down, Paint

Antique French Louis XVI Walnut Bed
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique French Louis XVI Walnut Bed is the very definition of elegance! Classically styled in the revival of ancient Greek and Roman architecture so favored by King Louis XVI, it fe...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Furniture

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Walnut

Pair of Louis XVI-style arm chairs gilt wood, 19 th century
Located in Houston, TX
Classic louis XVI-style makes these chairs desirable. Fine giltwood carving and carpentry are evident. They are well constructed without any loose joints. They sit very well and the ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Giltwood

18th Century Louis XVI Commode Signed T.C.
Located in Nashville, TN
A very fine Period French Louis XVI Commode signed T.C. Oak and Walnut construction in the case and drawers. There are three upper drawers over two lower drawers. Heavy use of flowi...
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1770s French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Bronze

Pair Signed Maison Jansen Brass Trimmed Marble Top Gueridons Bouillotte Tables
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a gorgeous pair of signed Maison Jansen Maison Jansen marble top bouillotte tables with bronze feet and brass galleries. The tops are beautiful green, creme and gray hued mar...
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1930s Argentine Vintage Louis XVI Furniture

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Marble, Bronze

Louis XVI Style French Pair of Carved Walnut Armchairs, 1900s
Located in Miami, FL
Louis XVI style pair of carved armchairs, Spain, 1900s Good antique condition with some minor marks from used and age. Re-upholstered from last owner with high quality fabric, 20/2...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Walnut

Louis Xvi Style Leather Fauteuil Chairs
Located in Southampton, NJ
A pair of late 20th Century Louis xvi style plush leather Fauteuils with carved walnut frames & brass tack detailing. Excellent vintage condition; rarely if ever used.. Seat Height: ...
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20th Century American Louis XVI Furniture

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Brass

19th Century French Louis XVI Style Loveseat
Located in Houston, TX
19th Century French Louis XVI Style Loveseat Lovely antique French Louis XVI style painted and giltwood loveseat or canape. This stunning sofa is a beautiful gray color with gilt tr...
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Late 19th Century European Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Wood

Pair of 20th Century French Bergeres
Located in Atlanta, GA
This exquisite pair of 20th-century French bergères combines timeless elegance with comfort, reflecting the sophistication of traditional French design. Crafted in the classic Louis ...
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20th Century French Louis XVI Furniture

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Upholstery, Beech

2 Cassard Romano Chateau Walnut Oval Tiered Gallery Side Accent Tables 29"
By Cassard Romano Co.
Located in Dayton, OH
Two mid to early 20th century Cassard Romano French louis xvi style tiered side tables. Made of walnut featuring oval form with one drawer, three tiers, and reticulated / pierced br...
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Early 20th Century Louis XVI Furniture

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Brass

French Louis XVI Style Antique Giltwood Fireplace Screen
Located in Forney, TX
Add luxurious elegant sophistication and opulence with this visually striking Belle Époque period (1871-1914) freestanding carved gilt wood French fireplace screen. Late 19th / earl...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Furniture

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Gesso, Chenille, Giltwood

French 19th century Louis XVI st. Ormolu and Baccarat Crystal centerpieces
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A sensational and very large scale pair of French 19th century Louis XVI st. Ormolu and Baccarat Crystal centerpieces. Each stunning centerpiece is raised by a triangular base with concave sides, which supports richly chased acanthus leaves below a central spiral fluted column. The central column is surrounded by scrolled and beaded supports decorated by additional acanthus leaves and elegant open wing love birds. The birds are standing on large foliate scrolls which are joined by swaging floral garlands. The top of the central Ormolu fut are three bows with twisted hanging ropes ending with tassels. Above are the fixed large and impressive Baccarat Crystal bowls...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Crystal, Ormolu

French Louis XVI Style Painted Dining Chairs W/ Light Blue Velvet - Set of 6
Located in Astoria, NY
An elegant set of six French dining chairs in the Louis XVI style, sourced from Provence, France. Each chair features a hand-molded frame with a refined oval medallion back, finished...
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Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Furniture

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Velvet, Maple, Paint

French Louis XVI Style Champlevé and Ormolu Inkwell Circa 1890
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions - H: 7 1/2in W: 10 1/2in D: 7 3/4in This Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Style Champlevé and bronze Ormolu Inkwell is truly a sight to be seen! If we take a look at t...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Bronze, Enamel, Ormolu

Louis XVI period French Oval Side Table
Located in Austin, TX
“Bouillotte” side table from France Louis XVI period. This piece is made of solid wood construction, primarily mahogany. It has been ebonized and finished with a lustrous French poli...
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Early 1800s French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Carrara Marble, Brass

Set of Four Louis XVI Caned Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Set of Four Louis XVI Caned Chairs. Handsome set of blonde wood carved chairs in the Louis XVI style from the 1920’s with wood peg and corner bloc...
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1920s French Vintage Louis XVI Furniture

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Wood

19th Century French Louis XVI Style Wingback Chair
Located in Plainview, NY
A 19th-century French Louis XVI style Wingback chair crafted in the classic neoclassical elegance. The chair features a high, winged backrest that gently curves, providing both aesth...
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Late 19th Century Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Upholstery, Wood

A German 19th Century Louis XVI Style Burr Walnut Bechstein Concert Grand Piano
By Bechstein Piano Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Very Fine German 19th Century Louis XVI Style Burr Walnut Bechstein Concert Grand Piano, Serial No. 5655. The beautifully crafted Grand piano, raised on three tapered barrel shaped legs, with an intricately carved ornate music desk and original keys. Circa: 1872. Length: 80 inches (203.2 cm) Width: 59 inches: (149.9 cm) Height (top closed): 38 5/8 inches (98.1 cm) C. Bechstein Pianofortefabrik C. Bechstein Pianofortefabrik AG (also known as Bechstein) is a German manufacturer of pianos, established in 1853 by Carl Bechstein. Before Bechstein Young Carl Bechstein studied and worked in France and England as a piano craftsman, before he became an independent piano maker. His first pianos were made for other companies. C. Bechstein C. Bechstein piano factory was founded on 1 October 1853 by Carl Bechstein in Berlin, Germany. Carl Bechstein set out to manufacture a piano able to withstand the great demands imposed on the instrument by the virtuosi of the time, such as Franz Liszt. In 1857, Hans von Bülow (Liszt's son-in-law) gave the first public performance on a Bechstein grand piano by performing Liszt's Piano Sonata in B minor in Berlin By 1870, with endorsements from Franz Liszt and Hans von Bülow, Bechstein pianos had become a staple in many concert halls and private mansions. By that time three piano makers, all of which were founded in 1853, became established as the industry leaders across the world: Bechstein, Blüthner and Steinway & Sons. In 1881 Bechstein began supplying pianos to Queen Victoria. A gilded art-case piano was delivered to Buckingham Palace, followed by several more Bechstein pianos to Windsor Castle and other royal residences. By January 1886 they were among the piano manufacturers holding a Royal Warrant as a supplier to the Queen. Several British embassies across the world acquired Bechstein pianos. In 1885, Bechstein opened a branch in London, that eventually grew to become the largest showroom and dealership in Europe. By 1890 showrooms had been opened in Paris, Vienna, and Saint Petersburg. On 31 May 1901, Bechstein Hall, built at a cost of £100,000, was opened next to the company's London showroom at 36-40 Wigmore Street. Between 1901 and 1914, C. Bechstein was the largest piano dealership in London. At that time, Bechstein was patronized by the tsars of Russia, the royal families of Spain, Belgium, the Netherlands, Italy, Sweden, Norway, Austria and Denmark, and other royalty and aristocracy. The list of royal clients of Bechstein may be found on the soundboard of vintage Bechstein pianos made before the Second World War. The list is part of the original Bechstein trademark logo; it can be seen under the strings in the center of a piano's soundboard. The signature of Carl Bechstein The years from the 1870s through 1914 brought Bechstein their most dramatic increase in sales. In 1880 a second Bechstein factory was opened in Berlin, and the third factory was opened in 1897 in Berlin-Kreuzberg. Production reached 3,700 pianos annually in 1900, and 4,600 in 1910, making Bechstein the largest German manufacturer of high-end pianos. At that time, about three quarters of production went to international markets, especially Britain and the Commonwealth, and Russia. Carl Bechstein died in 1900, and the Bechstein company continued to operate under the management of his sons. Between 1900 and 1914 C. Bechstein was one of the leading piano makers in the world, employing 1,200 craftsmen and workers by 1913 and making five thousand pianos per year. First World War C. Bechstein suffered huge property losses in London, Paris, and St. Petersburg during World War I. The largest loss was in London. Although the company's position in the United Kingdom was initially unaffected, with the company still listed as holding a Royal Warrant in January 1915, Warrants to both King George V, and his wife Queen Mary were cancelled on 13 April 1915. Bechstein was not the only musical concern to be affected by growing anti-German sentiment: there were earlier attempts, led by William Boosey, to boycott German music altogether. In 1915, despite being a Baronet and Privy Counsellor, Sir Edgar Speyer, who was then funding the Proms, was forced to leave the country. Following the passing of the Trading with the Enemy Amendment Act 1916 the British arm of the company was wound-up on 5 June 1916, all Bechstein property, including the concert hall and showrooms full of pianos, were seized as "enemy property" and closed. In 1916 the hall was sold as alien property at auction to Debenhams for £56,500. It was renamed Wigmore Hall, and then re-opened under the new name in 1917. All 137 Bechstein pianos at the Bechstein showrooms were confiscated too, and became property of the new owner of the Hall. After a dispute with his brother, Edwin Bechstein left the company and was paid off. Eventually the Bechstein factory resumed full-scale production during the 1920s. At that time, technical innovations and inventions of new materials and tools, as well as improvements in piano design and construction, had allowed Bechstein to become one of the leading piano makers again. The most successful models were the updated "A"-185 and "B"-208 grand pianos. The upright pianos became more popular after the war, and C. Bechstein were successful with its upright pianos Model-8 and Model-9, both of which have been considered the finest upright pianos. As the company was changed into a joint-stock company 1923, Edwin Bechstein and his wife Helene, bought themselves back into the company as shareholders. In 1930 the company collaborated with German electrical goods manufacturer Siemens under Nobel laureate Walther Nernst to produce one of the first electric pianos...
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19th Century German Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Bronze

Tulipwood and Walnut Marquetry Tripod Work Table
Located in Nashville, TN
A gem of tulipwood and walnut round table on three supporting legs as tripod form . Gilt mounts with some wear but in good shape . Lower gallery has two lids that open for storage ,...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Tulipwood

Minton Spidell French Regency Louis XVI Lacquered Sideboard or Bar Cabinet
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional French Regency Louis XVI style sideboard, credenza, or bar cabinet By Minton Spidell USA, Circa Late 20th Century Cream crackle lacquered case, with red and olive g...
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Late 20th Century American Louis XVI Furniture

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Wood, Lacquer

Vintage Louis XVI Style Oval Side Table with Marble Top
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Great looking versatile oval shaped end table having handsome walnut base with decorative brass beading and mounts, topped by a chunky piece of black and white marble.
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19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Marble, Brass

19th Century French Louis XVI Style Maple Armchairs in Green Velvet - A Pair
Located in Astoria, NY
A distinguished pair of late 19th-century French armchairs in the Louis XVI style, sourced directly from Provence, France. Each chair boasts a hand-carved frame with a large, square-...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Velvet, Maple

French Louis XVI Style 19th Century Bleached Walnut Marquise Bergère Chair
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Louis XVI style bleached walnut marquise bergère chair from the 19th century, with slanted rectangular back, petite carved finials, scrolling knuckles on the arms, fluted le...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Upholstery, Walnut

Set of 6 Antique French Louis XVI Dining Chairs 6x
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 6 Antique French Louis XVI Dining Chairs 6x Country: France Materials: Painted Carved Wood, New Linen Fabric Condition: Newly Reupholstered Style: French Louis XVI Year:...
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1920s French Vintage Louis XVI Furniture

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Linen, Wood

Oval Brass French Maison Jansen Style pineapple Finial Directoire Coffee Table
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a gorgeous French-made Directoire or Louis XVI coffee table. The frame is brass with beautiful detailing and metal work and an old patina and time-worn distressed finish. It ...
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1950s French Vintage Louis XVI Furniture

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Brass

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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