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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.

Find a collection of antique Louis XVI seating, tables, cabinets and other furniture on 1stDibs.

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Style: Louis XVI
French Louis XVI 18th Century Giltwood Mirror with Carved Bouquet of Flowers
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Louis XVI period giltwood mirror from the 18th century with carved crest depicting a bouquet of flowers falling from a wicker basket, carved foliage and old mirror plate. Th...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Giltwood, Mirror

Antique Louis Style Vitrine, France, circa 1880.
Located in Chorzów, PL
A historic display vitrine from the late 19th century. Furniture in very good condition, after renovation. Made in France in late 19th century. Made of walnut wood Dimensions: hei...
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1880s French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Walnut

French Sofa Louis XVI Style end 19th Century TOTAL RESTORED
Located in Madrid, ES
French Sofa Louis XVI Style end 19th Century Totally restored Length: 171cm seat: 0.63cm height: 121cm
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Wood

19th Century French Walnut Side Cabinet in Louis XVI Style
Located in Sofia, BG
19th century French side cabinet or nightstand in Louis XVI Style. Made of hand-carved walnut it has two sliding hiding doors and is ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Walnut

Antique French Louis XVI Painted Canape, Chair and a Half
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique French Louis XVI Painted Canape ~ Chair and a Half is the perfect choice for comfortable reading, a cozy seating group, or as a decorative acc...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Furniture

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Fabric, Fruitwood

19th Century French Louis XVI Painted Marble Top Nightstand
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century French Louis XVI Painted Marble Top Nightstand is an excellent example of Belle Epoque style and craftsmanship! The oval shape and finished treatment all around make it ...
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1890s French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Marble, Bronze

French Mahogany Louis XVI Style Marble Top Vitrine
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Lovely-Quality French inlaid Louis XVI style vitrine in mahogany with inlaid boxwood and ebony stringing, the case accented throughout with finely cast and finished gilt bronze mount...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Wood

Pair of 19th C. French Giltwood Emerald Green Opaline Crystal and Enamel Lamps
Located in New York, NY
An incredible pair of 19th century French giltwood Emerald green opaline crystal and Enamel lamps, attributed to Baccarat. Each of these is made with the finest hand-cut French emera...
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1850s French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Crystal

Antique French Louis XVI Painted Center Table
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique French Louis XVI painted center table is a magnificent example of the genre! Classic architecture inspired by ancient Greece and Rome pervades the entire design, which featur...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Furniture

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Wood

Louis XVI Gilt-Wood Console 'as Wall Bracket'
Located in New York, NY
This fine & rare gilt-wood Louis XVI bracket, in the form of a console table.
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Late 18th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Wood

Showcase, France, circa 1880.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Showcase, France, circa 1880. Very good condition. Wood: walnut dimensions: height 165 cm x width 80 cm x depth 47cm
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1880s French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Walnut

French Louis XVI Style Marquetry Inlaid Marble-Top Commode
Located in New York, NY
French Louis XVI style Marquetry and parquetry inlaid bronze mounted tall marble-top commode . Inlaid with musical instruments and flowers motif.   
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1890s French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Kingwood

18th Century French Louis XVI Neoclassical Painted End Table
Located in Dallas, TX
18th century French Louis XVI neoclassical painted end table is a classic example of talented rural artisans emulating the styles of the court. Louis XVI is known for reviving the cl...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Brass

French Regency Carved Marble Mantel Waldorf Astoria Hotel
Located in New York, NY
Hearth not included. Carved earth tone dark brown and grey marble Louis XVI French Regency mantel from the early 20th century. This petite mantel was one...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Furniture

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Marble

Louis XVl Style Mahogany and Marquetry Bonheur du Jour
Located in Montreal, QC
A writing table with a fitted superstructure, this beautifully crafted and elegant piece has all the positive attributes. The upper section is enclosed by a pair of doors each with o...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Furniture

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Bronze

French 18th Century Louis XVI Period Oak Armoire
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An exceptional and extremely high quality, mid 18th century circa. 1750, French Louis XVI Period Normandy marriage armoire in dark Oak. The armoire w...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Oak

19th Century French Neoclassical Marble Top Nightstand
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century French Neoclassical marble top nightstand was fashioned from solid oak, and features tailored architecture embellished with fletching and rosettes on the cornerposts, an...
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Early 1900s French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Marble

French Louis XVI Period Console Table with Breccia Marble Top
Located in Pembroke, MA
French, Louis XVI period demilune form giltwood console table with delicately pierced freize, fluted legs and ribbon, beading, acanthus leaf, sunflower and other neoclassical detaili...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Marble

Louis XVI Period Trumeau, Waterfront Scene
Located in Doylestown, PA
A Louis XVI period trumeau mirror with painted scene of a sailor and woman in a port with ships in the background, circa 1790.
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Late 18th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Canvas, Mirror, Giltwood

Attr: Georges Jacob (French, 1739-1814), Carved Gilt wood & Polychrome Armchair
Located in Atlanta, GA
Attr: Georges Jacob (French, 1739-1814), Carved Gilt Wood & Polychrome Armchair. This armchair is of incredible detailing and features, from the fluted column body, acanthus leaf ca...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Fabric, Giltwood

19th Century French Louis XVI Painted Needlepoint Armchair
Located in Dallas, TX
19th century French Louis XVI painted needlepoint armchair is a study in classical elegance! The hand-carved framework features a contoured, oval seatback and generously sized seat, ...
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1890s French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Tapestry, Hardwood

Antique French Louis XVI Parquet Table in Stripped Oak
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique French Louis XVI parquet table in stripped oak combines form and function in a truly classic style! Inspired by the architecture of ancient Greec...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Furniture

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Oak

19th Century French Louis XVI End Table
Located in Dallas, TX
19th century French Louis XVI end table was hand-crafted during the early years of the 1800s, and features solid old-growth oak construction to literally last for generations! The to...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Oak

Antique French Louis XVI Sack of Pearls Crystal & Bronze Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique French Louis XVI Sack of Pearls crystal & bronze chandelier represents the rare opportunity to acquire a sublime work of art that also happens to provide lighting for your room! This exquisite chandelier fitted with countless circular cut crystals hanging in a form commonly called "sack of pearls" is the epitome of the classical style that was revived during the reign of Louis XVI and since has gone by his name. The bronze crown was cast with incredible detail and features a pair of floral swags embracing the topmost strands of the crystals, smallest in size at the top and graduating to larger sizes before reaching the main body of the fixture below. The body consists of an unusual interpretation of the Greek coin form, using laurel swags to define the piercings in the hoop, with decorative acanthus crests with olive branches alternating with the three classically-inspired sconces each with a pair of bobeches and mounts on scrolled arms emanating from the bronze corbel...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Furniture

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Crystal, Bronze

Louis XVI / Neoclassical style chandelier in gilded bronze, France, Circa 1900
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
Superb neoclassical / Louis XVI style chandelier. France, Circa 1900. 4 lights. In gilded bronze with floral motifs, grapes, torches, rope knots. Beautiful glassware: flame on the ce...
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Early 1900s French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Bronze

Pair of Louis XVI French Aubusson Tapestry Fruitwood Armchairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of Louis XVI French Aubusson Tapestry Fruitwood Armchairs was hand-crafted from solid apple wood in one of the more intriguing interpretations of the Louis XVI style. This pair of armchairs retain the light, warm tones of the wood, hand-carved with egg & dart, laurels, and acanthus motifs. The tapered and fluted legs contrast with the scrolled armrest supports. Rosettes adorn the junctures of the legs at the frames, and create a raised panel at the center of the apron in front. The piece de...
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1890s French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Wool, Fruitwood

Antique French Louis XVI Bronze Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique French Louis XVI style bronze chandelier is a spectacular design, inspired by ancient Greek and Roman architecture! The original canopy survives, cast to depict a laurel rose...
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1890s French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Bronze

Pair of Louis XVI Style Wood and Gilded Stucco Mirrors, Early 20th Century.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of Louis XVI Style Wood and Gilded Stucco Mirrors, Early 20th Century. Pair of wooden and gilded stucco mirrors, early 20th century, Louis XVI style. h:55cm, w: 37cm, d: 5,5cm
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20th Century French Louis XVI Furniture

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Stucco, Wood

Louis XVI Chest of Drawers, France 1800, Cherry
Located in Belmont, MA
This original French Louis XVI Chest of Drawers dates back to around 1800. The three drawer commode has a sleek design and stands on four square fluted feet. The fluted decor continu...
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1790s French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Cherry

Pair of Early 19th Century French Carved Wood Gold Gilt Two-Light Wall Sc
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Decorate a living room, powder room or an entry way with this significant and elegant pair of early French wall lights. Crafted and hand carved in France circa 1800s or earlier, each...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Wood

Hollywood Regency Louis XVI Style Dining Table, Lacquer, Bronze, Jansen St
Located in Stamford, CT
Hollywood Regency Louis XVI Style Dining Table, White Lacquer, Bronze, Jansen Style. Part of our extensive collection of over forty dining tables and chair sets as seen on this site, thus why we are referred to as the King of Dining rooms. Fully refinished French dining table in a gorgeous high gloss white lacquer finish having Louis XVI style tapered legs with bronze sabots. The circular center table form opens with three insertable 20 inch table...
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Mid-20th Century Louis XVI Furniture

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Bronze

Pair French Louis XVI Neoclassical Marked Bronze Wall Sconces
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Pair 19thc French Louis XVI Neoclassical style Bronze Marked Wall Sconces. Original Unelectrified State. Highly detailed and numbere mark on back. Very nice quality.
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1880s European Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Bronze

Pair 19th Century French Louis XVI Mahogany Armchairs ~ Fauteuils
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair 19th century French Louis XVI Mahogany armchairs ~ Fauteuils display amazing craftsmanship combined with the finest mahogany to create a classical elegance beyond compare! The c...
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1890s French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Mahogany

Set of 4 Antique French Louis XVI Painted Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Set of 4 antique French Louis XVI painted chairs will make a classic addition to any decor! The ovoid shield shaped seat back and generous seat...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Furniture

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Fabric, Fruitwood

Antique French Louis XVI Sack of Pearls Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique French Louis XVI sack of pearls chandelier is a marvel of the crystal-worker's art! Using brushed steel for the architecture, it incl...
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Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Furniture

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Crystal

French 19th Century Mahogany Wardrobe, Library or Custom Clothing Cabinet
Located in Miami, FL
French cabinet in the Louis XVI style, circa 1880, of important dimensions made with very fine quality mahogany. The two shallowest side sections measure 14 1/4" deep inside and the ...
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1880s French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Mahogany

Pair of English Mintons Coral Ground Floral Motif Moon Flasks with Gilding
Located in New York, NY
A fabulous pair of Louis XVI style 19th century English Mintons Coral ground floral painted moon flasks with 24k hand-painted decoration. Exceptional in q...
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19th Century English Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Porcelain

Louis Seize Demilune Table by J.-J. Chapuis, Belgium, Late 18th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Demilune table by Jean-Joseph Chapuis on tapered legs with sickle-shaped brass inlays and a very beautiful mahogany veneer. The rear leg can be pulled out and is stamped "Chapuis". T...
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Late 18th Century Belgian Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Mahogany

Pair of Louis XVI Style Bronze and Marble Urns, now mounted as lamps
Located in Montreal, QC
Pair of Louis XVI style polychrome marble and bronze-mounted baluster form urns, later fitted as lamps, with beaded necks and gilt bronze swags, raised on square bases and furnished ...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Marble, Bronze

Antique Italian Rock Crystal Chandelier with Purple Fruit, 19th Century
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Antique Italian Rock crystal chandelier w purple fruit Additional information: Materials: Crystal Color: Gold Period: 19th Century Styles: Italian Power Sources: Up to 120V ...
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19th Century Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Crystal

19th Century French Louis XVI Demilune Mahogany Marble Top Buffet
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century French Louis XVI Demilune Mahogany Marble Top Buffet is a remarkable work of the cabinetmaker's art! Requiring an expert design as well as craftsmanship, it features a f...
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1890s French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Marble, Brass

6 French ARMCHAIRS late 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
6 French ARMCHAIRS late 19th Century in richly inlaid and gilded wood, French manufacture h 101 x 67 x 56 cm good conditions original condition
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19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Wood

Pair of Beautifully Carved and Upholstered Benches
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Two beautiful vintage rectangular medium sized benches having carved walnut cabriole legs with wonderful claw and ball feet.
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1940s American Vintage Louis XVI Furniture

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Upholstery, Walnut

Antique French Louis XVI Marble Top Step-Front Buffet
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique French Louis XVI marble top step-front buffet brings to life the classical style which has enamored those who appreciate fine design and furnishings for thousands of years! T...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Furniture

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Marble, Bronze

Small Cabinet or Nightstand, End of 18th Century
Located in Belmont, MA
This small chest of drawers or nightstand dates back to around 1790-1800. It comes from Germany. The small chest of drawers stands on four slender pointed legs. It has two drawers an...
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1790s German Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Walnut

Antique French Louis XVI Mahogany Marble-Top Buffet with Bronze Mounts
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique French Louis XVI Mahogany Marble Top Buffet with Gilt Bronze Mounts represents the essence of the classical style celebrated especially during the latter years of the 19th century into present times. This example, rendered from exotic imported mahogany, features the typical tailored architecture of the genre, with elaborately hand-cast bronze mounts to add a touch of opulence, from laurel garlands to acanthus rosettes to foliate reeds within the flutes of the cornerposts and pilasters. Three drawers add stylish functionality, while another special touch is the beveled glass on the center cabinet for display...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Furniture

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Marble, Bronze

Louis XVI Chest of Drawers, South West Germany, 1780
Located in Belmont, MA
Louis XVI chest of drawers, South West Germany 1780. This chest of drawers is a gorgeous original piece of the 18th century. It is made of massif walnut and is decorated with hand ...
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1780s German Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Walnut

Antique French Louis XVI Mahogany Marble Top Buffet with Bronze Mounts
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique French Louis XVI Mahogany Marble Top Buffet with Gilt Bronze Mounts represents the essence of the Classical style celebrated especially during the latter years of the 19th century into present times. This example, rendered from exotic imported mahogany, features the typical tailored architecture of the genre, with elaborately hand-cast bronze mounts to add a touch of opulence, from laurel garlands to acanthus rosettes to foliate reeds within the flutes of the cornerposts and pilasters. Three drawers add stylish functionality, while another special touch is the beveled glass on the center cabinet for display...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Furniture

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Marble, Bronze

FRENCH CANAPÉ AND PAIR OF CHAIRS STYLE LOUIS XVI 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
FRENCH CANAPÉ AND PAIR OF CHAIRS STYLE LOUIS XVI 19th Century Louis XVI style, in carved and gilded wood with plant elements, castors on the front legs, seat and back upholstered in...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Wood

Ten Maison Jansen Style Silverleaf 'Montgolfier' Hot-Air Balloon Dinning Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Ten Maison Jansen Style Silverleaf 'Montgolfier' Hot-Air Balloon Dinning Chairs France, Mid -20th Century A set of ten dinning chairs consisting of two arm and 8 side chairs, after...
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20th Century French Louis XVI Furniture

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Upholstery, Wood, Beech

Fine Antique French Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze and Cut Crystal Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A superb and large antique French Louis XVI Style gilt bronze, cut crystal and glass 18 arm chandelier of exquisite detail embellished with fine cut crystal prisms, chains and glass ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Crystal, Bronze

Maison Jansen Style Mahogany Dining, Conference Table, Louis XVI, Bronze
Located in Stamford, CT
A Louis XVI Style Dining, Conference Table in the Fashion of Maison Jansen. Mahogany, recently refinished having a fine sheen. Part of our extensive collection of over forty dining t...
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Late 20th Century Louis XVI Furniture

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Bronze

Louis XVI Style French Screen Gilded Wood with Oil Painting and Ground Glass
Located in Prato, Tuscany
We kindly suggest you read the whole description, because with it we try to give you detailed technical and historical information to guarantee the authenticity of our objects. Super...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Furniture

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Fabric, Giltwood

French Louis XVI Commode
Located in Montreal, QC
This commode is remarkable for its originality. it seems to be entirely as it was made in the late 18th century.. The top drawer which appears to be three short drawers is actually...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Marble, Brass

Fine French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Mahogany and Ormolu-Mounted Side Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very fine French 19th century Louis XVI style mahogany and ormolu-mounted side table with drawer by François Linke. The foliate key plate with ormolu banding repeated on all sides ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Ormolu

19th Century French Louis XVI Painted Armoire ~ Wardrobe
Located in Dallas, TX
19th century French Louis XVI painted armoire ~ wardrobe is a splendid combination of style, form and function! The full length hand-beveled mirror on the door provides a lovely refl...
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1890s French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Bronze

Early 19th Century Country French Louis XVI Neoclassical Buffet
Located in Dallas, TX
Early 19th century Country French Louis XVI Neoclassical Buffet is an unusual design, measuring less than 18" deep making it perfect for cozy dining areas and walls where deeper piec...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Brass

Pair 19th Century French Louis XVI Painted Armchairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair 19th century French Louis XVI painted armchairs is a superlative decorative accent that just happens to provide seating! Hand-carved from solid walnut, each features a distinctive neoclassical theme in its carved embellishment that is enhanced by the patina of the original painted finish. The contoured oval seatback is framed with spiral ribbon trim topped with roses...
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1890s French Antique Louis XVI Furniture

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Silk, Walnut

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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