French Louis Philippe Bookcase
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Cabinets
Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Glass, Oak
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Glass, Mahogany
Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Walnut, Pine
Antique 1850s French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Glass, Wood, Oak
Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Glass, Walnut
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Glass, Mahogany
Antique 1890s French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Antique Early 19th Century French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Fruitwood
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Walnut
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Mahogany
Antique 1850s French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Pine
Vintage 1960s French Rococo Bookcases
Resin
Antique Early 19th Century French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Cherry
Antique 1850s French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Cherry
Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Paint
Antique 1850s French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Glass, Rosewood
Antique 1840s French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Walnut
Antique 1850s French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Fruitwood
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Walnut
Antique 19th Century Louis Philippe Bookcases
Pine
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Bronze
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Brass
Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century French Bookcases
Walnut
Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Blown Glass, Oak
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Agate, Steel
Antique Early 18th Century French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Antique 1850s French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Blown Glass, Walnut
Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Walnut
Antique 1840s French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Brass
Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Walnut
Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Glass, Mahogany
20th Century French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Brass
Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Glass, Mahogany
Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Mahogany, Glass, Paper
Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Mahogany, Canvas
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Pine, Oak, Paint
Antique 19th Century French Bookcases
Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Glass, Cherry
Antique 1860s French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Glass, Walnut
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Glass, Wood, Walnut
Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Mahogany
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Vitrines
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Glass, Wood, Mahogany
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Metal
Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Metal, Brass, Ormolu
Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Mahogany
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Secretaires
Glass, Mahogany
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A Close Look at Louis-philippe Furniture
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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Finding the Right Bookcases for You
Whether you proudly shelve your books in regal mahogany or behind glass cabinet doors, an antique bookcase — or perhaps more than one — is essential to creating a cozy nook for any book lover.
As long as curious people have collected stories, we have needed a place to stow them away and preserve them. When auction houses and book dealers proliferated by the late 17th century, the bibliophile was born. And, of course, as with any treasured decorative objects or collectibles, a book lover’s volumes were suddenly worthy of a luxurious display — enter the bookcase.
Americans of means during the 19th century took to amassing art as well as rare books, and bookcases of the era — rife with hand-carved decorative accents and architectural motifs — were ideal for displaying their handsome leather-bound wares.
Although our favorite titles may change over the years, the functionality and beauty of their home within our home is timeless. Even those who don’t covet the perfect home library can benefit from an attractive display case, as bookcases can easily double as charming étagères.
Contemporary and customizable options make it easier for you to find the perfect bookcase for your style and stacks. If you don’t wish to fill your storage piece so that your collection is snug within its confines, incorporate extra space to allow for additional displays and decorative objects. And by introducing a striking dark wood Art Deco bookcase or low-profile mid-century modern design by Paul McCobb into your living room, your signed first editions won’t be the only items making a statement.
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