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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19th Century French Needlepoint Louis Philippe Provincial Decorative Tapestry
Located in New York, NY
Antique 19th Century French Needlepoint Louis Philippe Tapestry comprised of several strips of needlepoint sewn together to make one larger piece that measures 4.10 x 5.5 ft. This l...
Tapestry, Wool
19th century Swedish silk work framed tapestry of a child picking berries
Located in London, GB
Charming early 19th century Scandinavian silk work depicting a woodland scene. .Against the backdrop of a blue sky the woman stands beside a tree whilst the young boy wearing a pale ...
Silk, Wood
19th Century Uzbek Silk Embroidered Suzani Tapestry
Located in New York, NY
19th century Uzbekistani hand spun linen Suzani with silk embroidered floral motif and silk ikat border. Reverse side has original antique Fine hand printed cotton backing.
Linen, Silk
$2,875Sale Price|20% Off
H 42 in W 81 in D 0.005 in
19th Century French Aubusson Needlepoint Tapestry, Ribbon Weave and Pendant
Located in New York, NY
An antique French Aubusson needlepoint tapestry from the 19th century, featuring an oval pendant at center, which envisions an idyllic landscape. The pendant medallion is surrounded by floral garlands and ribbon ties, with soft color tones in the background. Enclosed within a monochrome outer guard border. Handwoven. Wool with silk inlay. Flat-weave with no upward pile. Excellent condition. A great option to add color, warmth, and dimension to your walls, as this is a wonderful antique wall covering...
Wool
Beautiful Modern 20th Century French Needlepoint Tapestry
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice modern Art Deco needlepoint French tapestry, with a beautiful cock and sun design. And beautiful colors with orange, yellow, purple, grey and black, entirely hand embroidered wi...
Wool
$695
H 32 in W 56 in D 1 in
French 19th Century Framed Needlepoint Tapestry with Ribbon and Floral Décor
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French framed needlepoint tapestry from the 19th century, with ribbon and floral motifs. Set inside a simple yet elegant gilded frame with matting and gilt rim, this lovely horizon...
Giltwood, Tapestry
Beautiful Modern 20th Century French Needlepoint Tapestry
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice modern Art Deco design needlepoint French tapestry entirely hand embroidered with needlepoint method with wool on the cotton foundation. This tapestry features a lush, nature-i...
Wool, Silk
19th Century Aubusson Tapestry
Located in LYON, FR
Beautifully vivid, 1860-1870 Hand-woven Aubusson French Tapestry. Bought in St Ouen Paris. Warm fresh earthy tones, with amazing detail all in excellent condition. This piece has ha...
Wool
19th Century French Aubusson Tapestry
Located in New York, NY
A French Aubusson tapestry from the 19th century, depicting several young courtiers spending a leisurely afternoon gaily dancing and carousing within the splendidly maintained verdan...
Wool
French 19th Century Large Gilt Wood Framed Tapestry
Located in Carmine, TX
Beautiful 19th-century French tapestry depicting a romantic pastoral scene with elegantly dressed figures gathered in a lush countryside landscape. Richly woven in soft, muted tones ...
Giltwood, Tapestry
$834Sale Price|20% Off
H 22.8 in W 23.2 in D 0.8 in
19th Century Velvet Tapestry with Heraldic Coat of Arms, Framed
Located in Lincoln, GB
Authentic 19th Century Velvet Tapestry Featuring Heraldic Coat of Arms Velvet has long been cherished for its luxurious texture and rich hues, making it a preferred fabric for cerem...
Tapestry, Velvet
Late 19th Century French Aubusson Tapestry
Located in New York, NY
A French Aubusson mythological tapestry from the late 19th century, circa 1890, featuring the foremost of the nine muses from Greek mythology, Calliope. Calliope and the muses were t...
Wool
French 19th Century Gilt Wood Framed Tapestry
Located in Carmine, TX
Beautiful 19th-century French tapestry depicting a romantic pastoral scene with elegantly dressed figures gathered in a lush countryside landscape. Richly woven in soft, muted tones ...
Tapestry, Giltwood
$2,950
H 31.5 in W 29.5 in D 0.75 in
French 19th Century Framed Aubusson Oval Floral Tapestry in Giltwood Frame
By Royal Manufacture of Aubusson
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Aubusson floral oval tapestry from the 19th century with carved rectangular giltwood frame. Born in the famous Aubusson manufacture located in central France during the 19th...
Tapestry
French Needlepoint Map, Europe Centrale 1838, in Period Giltwood Frame
Located in Atlanta, GA
delightful needlepoint of Central Europe in 1838, the message "Offert mon pere' PC" stitched at the bottom, the map surrounded by laurel leaves, in period Louis Philippe giltwood frame.
Yarn, Giltwood
Beautiful Pair of 19th Century French Aubusson Tapestries
Located in Houston, TX
Rare pair of early 19th century French Louis Philippe Aubusson tapestries each depicting a figure, a dog and beautiful foliage. Please click KIRBY ANTIQUES logo below to view addi...