Louis Philippe Game Tables
LOUIS PHILIPPE STYLE
Known as the “Citizen King,” Louis Philippe reigned from 1830 to the Revolution of 1848 with the support of the upper bourgeoisie. Whereas the monarchs of 18th-century France, including Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI, dictated aesthetics through the decadence of the aristocratic court, Louis Philippe had a more down-to-earth presence. He could be seen walking the streets like an ordinary person, carrying his own umbrella and shaking hands with subjects. Antique Louis Philippe–style furniture reflects a sense of simplicity and the sovereign’s passion for the country’s history, such as his establishment of a Museum of the History of France at Versailles, which had been mostly disused since the French Revolution.
Middle Ages, Gothic and Renaissance design informed a nationalist style that celebrated this heritage, with the hodgepodge of influences becoming prevalent in the homes of the bourgeoisie. Cabinetmakers Guillaume and Jean-Michel Grohé created reproductions of historic pieces for the king as well as royal houses abroad. Louis Philippe commissioned sculptor François Rude to create patriotic monuments that paid tribute to military heroes, while designs for furniture published by Claude-Aimé Chenavard, an ornamentalist who conceived widely loved objects for the Sèvres manufactory, further helped spread a revival of Renaissance style.
The rounded profiles of authentic Louis Philippe tables and chairs were preferred in the apartments rather than palaces being furnished by the affluent middle and upper classes. Ornamentation was minimal on the finely crafted pieces, such as large rectangular mirrors adorned with gold and silver leaf finishes and subdued carvings. The popular Louis Philippe commodes were solidly made with clean lines that showed off the grain of the wood and were often topped with marble surfaces.
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Style: Louis Philippe
19th Century Marquetry Fold-Over Game Table
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
This elegant Louis Philippe game table, dating from the second half of the 19th century, is crafted in walnut and walnut veneer.
The top features a unique marquetry design of a compa...
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19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Game Tables
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Game Table with Backgammon and Chess Board, France 19th century
Located in Belmont, MA
Discover an exceptional Victorian Game Table, originating from the 1860s. This rectangular table stands on four beautifully twisted legs, showcasing exquisite craftsmanship. The top ...
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Kingwood
French Louis Philippe Style Game Table
Located in Prato, Tuscany
Elegant game table made of polished light sapele wood. The edge is decorated with delicate and harmonious motifs, and the legs have a soft saber shape. The top is hinged so that it c...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Game Tables
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Sapele Wood
Rare French Napoleon III Carom Billiard-Checkers-Draughts Card Game Table 'THIS'
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Very Fine and Rare French Louis Philippe Carom Billiard - Draughts - Card - International Checkers Game Table by "THIS". The elegant rosewood table features a removable square top ...
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19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Game Tables
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French 19th Century Game Table
Located in Stockbridge, GA
This wonderful 19th century French Game Table is made of flamed walnut with a red fabric on the top. When the table is closed, it can be a small console.
Dimensions when it is open
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Game Tables
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Mahogany
Inlaid card table, France, circa 1860.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Inlaid card table, France, ca. 1860.
Very good condition.
wood: walnut
dimensions: height 76 cm width 74 cm depth 52/104 cm
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Game Tables
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Walnut
EARLY 19th CENTURY WALNUT BRIAR GAME TABLE
Located in Firenze, FI
Elegant French card table, dating back to the first half of the 19th century (ca. 1820-1840), characterized by wavy legs typical of the Louis Philippe style. Made of fine walnut, thi...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Game Tables
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Fabric, Walnut
Fine Louis Philippe Card Table
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A fine period Louis Philippe table with a finely veneered flip-over top, opening to reveal a tooled leather top, pivoting 90 degrees to rest on the table base. Of solid and veneer of...
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19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Game Tables
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Mahogany
$4,000 Sale Price
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19th Century Louis Philippe Mahogany Folding Game Table
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
19th Century Louis Philippe Mahogany Game Table
Beautiful piece purchased in France
Age appropriate wear, see detailed photos or message us with questions.
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19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Game Tables
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Mahogany
MidCentury Walnut Openable Card Table, 1850
Located in Rome, IT
Superb walnut feather, for a nice Italian game table. Aesthetically, the structure of the table is a real marvel, it presents a true architectural elegance and is a real sculpture.
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1850s Italian Antique Louis Philippe Game Tables
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Walnut
Louis Philippe Walnut Wood & Veneer Card Table From the 19th Century
Located in Opole, PL
Louis Philippe Walnut Wood & Veneer Card Table From the 19th Century
A walnut wood table, commonly referred to as a "card table," dated to the third quarter of the 19th century. The...
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Late 19th Century European Antique Louis Philippe Game Tables
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Walnut, Wood
$1,682 Sale Price
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Italian Console Game Table in Cherry Wood, Mid-19th Century
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19th Century French Tric Trac Table, Backgammon Game Table, Mahogany, circa 1850
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19th century tric trac, Backgammon game table
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Mahogany
Louis-Philippe, circa 1850
Dimensions: H x W x D: 77 x 115 x 56 cm
Elegant backgammon game table, so called tric trac table.
Solid mahogany wood legs standing on small casters and in brass sabots. The legs are wonderfully, in typical Louis Philippe manner, curved and profiled several times.
The frame is veneered in mahogany. The veneers are laid in a mirrored pattern.
The backgammon board located in the table is made of partly green colored and partly natural bone on an ebonized base.
On each of the outer sides there is a drawer for storing pieces, dice or the like.
The loosely laid cover plate is covered with felt on one side, optimal for dice and card games. The other side is covered with the original leather, wonderfully authentic with great patina.
Two original brass candlesticks attached.
Condition: Refurbished condition. Shellac hand polish. Leather with heavier age patina.
Worth to know about mahogany:
Mahogany has always been a popular wood in furniture making. The first mahogany woods were brought to Europe from the West Indies about 450 years ago. Wood from far away countries was expensive and so it was only used for the finest furniture.
During the baroque period, mahogany wood was particularly popular at the French court and in England, where Chippendale, Hepplewhite and Sheraton used the wood for their furniture.
Dark Cuba mahogany was used for antique furniture of the Biedermeier and Empire periods. It was used as veneer and was also called pyramid mahogany because of its unmistakable grain.
Mahogany has always been considered a very noble wood. This impression was reinforced in the Empire when the wood was combined with gilded bronzes.
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H 30.32 in W 45.28 in D 22.05 in
19th Century Louis Philippe Drop-Leaf Table
Located in High Point, NC
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Louis Philippe game tables for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Louis Philippe game tables for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 19th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage game tables created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, hardwood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Louis Philippe game tables made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Italy pieces for sale on 1stDibs. 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 game tables differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $1,947 and tops out at $6,800 while the average work can sell for $3,026.