What is a cabriole leg?

A cabriole leg is a is a type of leg used in Chippendale and Queen Anne furniture whose form is composed of two arcs: one at the top curving outward, and another at the bottom curving inward.

When was the cabriole leg introduced?

The cabriole leg was introduced during the 18th century. It first appeared on chairs, tables and case goods produced during the Louis XV period in France. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique cabriole leg furniture from some of the world’s top sellers.

What is cabriole leg furniture?

Cabriole leg furniture is a chair, table or case good with a certain leg style called a cabriole. Its design starts with a convex curve and then continues with a concave curve. Normally, the width of the leg grows smaller from the top to the foot. Find a collection of cabriole leg furniture on 1stDibs.

Who introduced the cabriole leg?

The cabriole leg has a long history of use by ancient Greeks and Chinese but only arrived in Europe in the early 18th century. The design, which resembles animal legs, is characteristic of Chippendale and Queen Anne furniture in England and of Louis XV furniture in France. On 1stDibs, find a selection of cabriole-leg furniture from top sellers around the world.

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Cabriole Leg French For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal cabriole leg French for your home. Each cabriole leg French for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, walnut and fabric. If you’re shopping for a cabriole leg French, we have 139 options in-stock, while there are 1 modern editions to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a cabriole leg French — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A cabriole leg French made by Louis XV designers — as well as those associated with Hollywood Regency — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made cabriole leg French over the years, but those crafted by Maison Ramsay, Drexel and Maison Jansen are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Cabriole Leg French?

Prices for a cabriole leg French start at $249 and top out at $25,725 with the average selling for $3,280.

Questions About Cabriole Leg French

What is a cabriole leg?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 21, 2019
A cabriole leg is a is a type of leg used in Chippendale and Queen Anne furniture whose form is composed of two arcs: one at the top curving outward, and another at the bottom curving inward.
When was the cabriole leg introduced?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The cabriole leg was introduced during the 18th century. It first appeared on chairs, tables and case goods produced during the Louis XV period in France. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique cabriole leg furniture from some of the world’s top sellers.
What is cabriole leg furniture?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Cabriole leg furniture is a chair, table or case good with a certain leg style called a cabriole. Its design starts with a convex curve and then continues with a concave curve. Normally, the width of the leg grows smaller from the top to the foot. Find a collection of cabriole leg furniture on 1stDibs.
Who introduced the cabriole leg?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The cabriole leg has a long history of use by ancient Greeks and Chinese but only arrived in Europe in the early 18th century. The design, which resembles animal legs, is characteristic of Chippendale and Queen Anne furniture in England and of Louis XV furniture in France. On 1stDibs, find a selection of cabriole-leg furniture from top sellers around the world.

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