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Louis XV Seating

LOUIS XV STYLE

The style of 18th-century French furniture was guided by the court. When Louis XV, who reigned from 1715–74, focused royal life on the smaller salons of Versailles rather than its grand chambers, it transformed the aesthetics away from the imposing and angular furniture that characterized the style of Louis XIV. A broader focus on comfort and more delicate forms define antique Louis XV furniture, with nature-inspired carvings, wood inlays, curved cabriole legs, asymmetrical shapes and rounded oval seat backs. The furnishings changed throughout the king’s life, as he ascended to the throne as a child and then grew to establish his own tastes.

Pieces like the bergère, an upholstered armchair with a wide cushion that fit the flowing dresses in fashion at the time, reflected this more informal court. Introduced at the start of Louis XV’s reign, bergère chairs in this style were deeper and broader than other chairs of the period.

Louis XV tapestries and carpets tended to be floral and colorful, and design elements were borrowed from Asia. Dutch-born cabinetmaker Bernard van Risenburgh brought lacquer techniques influenced by Japan and China into his luxuriously made furniture. Along with its fine details, the furniture of the era also featured new innovations including mechanical devices. Jean François Oeben, a royal cabinetmaker, created such intricate pieces as a mechanical table for Madame de Pompadour, Louis XV’s mistress. It involved a sliding top and a writing surface that extended from its marquetry panels.

During the later years of Louis XV’s reign, there was a shift from the ostentatious rocaille style, part of the exuberantly decorative Rococo movement in Europe for which designers such as Nicolas Pineau and Juste-Aurèle Meissonier are known. The style under Louis XVI would return to boxier forms, but with a neoclassical touch inspired by the ancient world.

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Style: Louis XV
Sofa Louis XV, Covered with Authentic Perfect Aubusson Tapestry
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
1910/M, I hope You can understand what it is from some photos only. Museum quality antique sofa, coating with an authentic Aubusson old tapestry: every...
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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Louis XV Seating

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Wood

Antique French Louis XV Style Giltwood Aubusson Tapestry Canapé Sofa
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Antique French Louis XV Style Giltwood & Aubusson Tapestry Canapé Sofa.
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Seating

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Textile, Giltwood

Pair Louis XV-Style Arm Chairs in Walnut with Carved Cartouche Toile Upholstery
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of walnut framed arm chairs, beautifully carved cartouche at the crest, gracefull Curved leg, upholstered in French toile fabric.
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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Seating

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Walnut

Six Early 19th Century French Louis XV Style Painted Cane Back Dining Chairs
Located in Astoria, NY
An exquisite and rare set of six early 19th-century French dining chairs crafted in the Grand Louis XV style and sourced directly from Provence, France. Masterfully hand-carved from ...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Louis XV Seating

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Linen, Paint, Wood, Cane

Pair French Late 19th century Louis xv Style carved gold gilt armchairs
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This outstanding pair of French Louis XV armchairs, dating from the 19th century, represents the epitome of Rococo luxury and craftsmanship. Each fauteuil is richly gilded with hand-carved details, highlighting the exquisite asymmetrical scrolls, floral motifs, and cabriole legs that define the Louis XV style. The frames feature a warm, time-softened gilding that enhances their antique character, making them both elegant and authentic. The chairs retain their original damask upholstery in a muted rose-salmon hue, decorated with intricate floral patterns. The padded backs, arms, and generously proportioned seats ensure both comfort and sophistication. The scrolling arms with upholstered rests and the dramatic crests carved with rocaille flourishes reflect the refined artistry of 19th-century French furniture makers. Perfect as statement accent chairs, formal salon seating, or luxurious additions to a period-inspired interior, these armchairs embody the grandeur of the French aristocratic tradition. Their gilded presence works beautifully in both traditional and eclectic spaces, where they can serve as decorative focal points. Collectors, interior designers, and connoisseurs will appreciate the balance of historical authenticity, rich gilded surfaces, and enduring elegance. This pair of 19th-century Louis XV gilt...
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1880s French Antique Louis XV Seating

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Walnut

Antique Louis XV Style French Sofa Canapé
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Antique Louis XV style French sofa canapé. This is a perfect piece to restyle by maybe gilding or painting the gorgeous carved frame and reupholstering.
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1950s American Vintage Louis XV Seating

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Upholstery, Wood

Pair Of French Louis XV Style Painted Stools
Located in Kent, Dover
A pair of French Louis XV style carved and painted stools in very pale yellow and cornflower blue paints, newly upholstered in blue linen with sage and cream silk fringed ribbon.
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1890s Antique Louis XV Seating

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Beech

1960s French Style Carved Mahogany Skirted Bergere Chairs, Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
Too cute to leave behind! This is a pair of French style carved mahogany skirted bergere chairs. The attention to detail in the upholstery is not common any more. The ivory upholster...
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Mid-20th Century American Louis XV Seating

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Upholstery, Mahogany

Pair of Antique French Louis XV Fauteuils or Armchairs
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Lovely pair of carved antique French Louis XV armchairs with new neutral British upholstery sculpted from fine walnut featuring exquisitely formed frameworks with subtly arched seatback crowns, gracefully scrolled armrests, and undulating aprons supported by eight carved cabriole legs connected with double-lyre stretchers. The armrest supports and apron are also carved with stylized shell and foliate motifs. This classic French armchair pair...
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19th Century Antique Louis XV Seating

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Upholstery, Walnut

Antique French Louis XV 19th C. Bergere Chairs
Located in Southampton, NJ
A pair of Intricately hand carved mid 19th C. French Bergere chairs upholstered in Scalamandre floral silk with plump goose down loose cushions. Seat Height: 21".
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Louis XV Seating

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Silk, Wood

Continental 19th century Louis XV st. Giltwood dining chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A magnificent and high quality complete set of twelve Continental 19th century Louis XV st. Giltwood dining chairs. Each superb chair is upholstered in cream silk Moire fabric and di...
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19th Century Unknown Antique Louis XV Seating

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Giltwood

Louis XV Mahogany Carved Settee, Canape / Sofa, Floral Silk Upholstery
Located in Manhasset, NY
Small Louis XV Mahogany Carved Settee / Sofa, Floral Silk Upholstery A simply stunning Louis XV Style Canape or Settee having a walnut solid wood frame circa 1940 recently recovered...
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Mid-20th Century French Louis XV Seating

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Wood

Circa 1880 Italian Large Gilt wood LXV Style Confidente Sofa
Located in London, Park Royal
A rare antique find from Tuscany Italy. This 'Confidante' sofa, circa 1880, is in beautiful condition. The large frame is finely carved in the LXV style, with its original water gild...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Louis XV Seating

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Gold, Gold Leaf

Pair of Louis XV Style Benches
Located in El Monte, CA
A lovely pair of Louis XV style giltwood upholstered benches that are meticulously handcrafted. Each bench features delicately carved elements of Rococo style including scrolling aca...
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21st Century and Contemporary Louis XV Seating

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Giltwood

Set 10 Carved French Louis XV Dining Chairs Circa 1990
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This elegant set of 10 French Louis XV style dining chairs, dating to circa 1990, offers timeless sophistication and craftsmanship ideal for formal dining spaces. Each chair is beaut...
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1990s American Louis XV Seating

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Walnut

18th Century LouisXV Duchesse Chaise with New Upholstery
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
18th Century LouisXV Duchesse Chaise with New Upholstery. Gorgeous piece. See detailed pics.
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18th Century French Antique Louis XV Seating

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Hardwood

Large Antique French Louis XV Style Carved Square Ottoman Footstool
Located in London, GB
Large Antique French Louis XV Style Carved Square Ottoman Footstool C.1880 Walnut carved frame with traditionally sprung and webbed upholstery. Upholstery in very good condition, fa...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Seating

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Upholstery, Walnut

18th century Louis XV sofa in walnut and first patina
Located in Cesena, FC
Louis XV Settee Epoch: 18th century Louis XV sofa, an elegant sofa from the art and refinement of the 18th century, made from walnut wood that lends an aura of nobility and warmth t...
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Mid-18th Century Italian Antique Louis XV Seating

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Nutwood

“Two Available” Antique Louis XV Style Painted and Gilt Settee
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Antique Louis XV Style Painted and Gilt Settee. This is one of a pair and priced individually. Newly upholstered in a blue velvet fabric. Cream painted frame with gilt accents on typ...
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Early 1900s French Antique Louis XV Seating

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Wood, Giltwood, Paint

Pair of Vintage French Upholstered Side Chairs
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Vintage French Style chairs upholstered in luxurious linen fabric. These vintage French accent chairs are crafted with intricate details a...
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20th Century French Louis XV Seating

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Linen, Fruitwood

Louis XV Style Giltwood Duchesse Brissée, Chaise Longue Pair of Chairs
Located in London, Park Royal
A Louis XV Duchesse Brissée that keeps on giving as it can also be used as a chaise longue or pair of chairs. Hand carved and hand finished to order....
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2010s British Louis XV Seating

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Giltwood, Wood

18th Century French Louis XV Walnut Sofa
Located in London, Park Royal
Sofa in Walnut,molded and sculpted backrest with triple convolution,recessed armrests,resting on eight arched serpentine legs. of the Louis XV Period. We can re cover the Sofa upon r...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Louis XV Seating

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Upholstery, Walnut

French Louis XV Style 1890s Black Painted and Parcel-Gilt Bench with Cabrioles
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French painted and carved wooden Louis XV style bench from the late 19th-early 20th century. This exquisite French Louis XV style bench features a rectangular backless seat...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XV Seating

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Linen, Upholstery, Giltwood, Wood

Classic French Louis XV Carved Walnut Bergere Club Chair
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Introducing the French Louis XV armchair, a timeless piece that effortlessly combines antique charm with luxurious comfort. This exquisite chair showcases an elegant antique style, f...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Seating

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Damask, Walnut

French 19th Century Louis XV Style Painted Fauteuil
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A fantastic and regal French Louis XV style painted fauteuil, recently reupholstered. The painted gold chair frame is carved with exquisite craftsmanship and features intricate cross...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Seating

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Velvet, Wood, Paint

Classic French Louis XV Intricately Carved Walnut Wing Chair
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Exquisite detail in the carving on the lovely shaped body of this Louis XV walnut bergere armchair or wingback chair, having carved floral motifs, cabriole legs and new high end upho...
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Early 2000s French Louis XV Seating

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Upholstery, Walnut

Scalamandre Fabric Bespoke Vintage Pair of Wingback Wing Chairs
Located in West Hartford, CT
Elegant pair of vintage wingback chairs with Scalamandre fabric which is newer. The colors are to die for, please enjoy pictures. Fabulous lines and scale, not too big, not too sm...
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1950s French Vintage Louis XV Seating

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Fabric, Mahogany, Textile, Silk

Elegant Painted Wood French Louis XV Style Loveseat with Silk Upholstery
Located in Hopewell, NJ
An elegant French Louis XV painted carved sofa settee from a salon set also having two armchairs but listed separately here, upholstered in a neutral pale yellow silk blend, found i...
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1930s French Vintage Louis XV Seating

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Silk, Wood

Pair of Ornate Carved Gold Leaf Gilded French Armchairs Circa 1940
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This exquisite pair of French armchairs from circa 1940 showcases the luxurious craftsmanship and regal elegance associated with fine European furniture. Each chair is beautifully ca...
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1940s French Vintage Louis XV Seating

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Walnut

Antique French Louis XV Rococo Style Ornate Carved Walnut Settee Loveseat Sofa
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Louis XV Rococo Style Ornate Carved Walnut Settee Loveseat Sofa. Item features remarkable and fine carvings throughout, solid wood frame, beautiful wood grain, cabriol...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Louis XV Seating

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Mahogany, Walnut

French Antique Walnut Louis XV Armchair, c. 1770
Located in Weehawken, NJ
French Antique Walnut Louis XV Walnut Armchair featuring deep hand carved elegant flower and foliage designs. Made in France circa mid-1700’s. The upholstery is a lovely tapestry of ...
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18th Century Antique Louis XV Seating

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Tapestry, Wood

Pair of Large French Louis XV Style Bergeres with a Pink and Gilt Finish
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of carved wood French Louis XV style armchairs, bergeres with a painted pink and gilded finish. These large chairs are hand carved with wings and raised floral carving. They ...
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1990s French Louis XV Seating

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Wood

Italian Louis XV Style Painted and Gilt Curved Bench, 19th Century
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian Louis XV Style Painted and Gilt Curved Bench, 19th Century An elegant Italian Louis XV style curved bench with beautifully carved cabriole legs joined by an undulating stret...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Louis XV Seating

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Linen, Wood, Paint

Early 20th Century French Louis XV Carved Walnut with Faux Fur Upholstery
Located in Dallas, TX
Place this antique stool bench in your den for extra seating. Crafted in Provence, Southern France, circa 1920 and rectangular in shape, the tradit...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Seating

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Walnut, Faux Fur

French Louis XV Walnut Bergere Armchair
Located in Queens, NY
French Louis XV-style (19/20th Century) walnut bergere arm chair with gilt trim, white upholstery, and wing back Antique condition
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XV Seating

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Upholstery, Walnut

Gorgeous Pair of Paint Decorated Upholstered French Large Bergere Chairs
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This exquisite pair of French Louis XV bergère armchairs beautifully captures the refinement and romance of 18th-century design. Expertly carved in solid beech with an antique painte...
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1950s Vintage Louis XV Seating

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Walnut

French Louis XV Style Vanity Chair
Located in Houston, TX
French Louis XV Style Vanity Chair. This lovely antique French Louis XV style chair was created as a vanity chair or dressing table chair however it would work perfectly in a living ...
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1920s French Vintage Louis XV Seating

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Velvet, Wood

18th Century French Rococo Sofa
Located in New York, NY
The walnut frame of this large, Louis XV-period sofa is unusual for its highly animated form. It is finely carved with flowers, leaves, bound reeds and scrolling vegetal forms. We ha...
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Mid-18th Century French Antique Louis XV Seating

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Satin, Silk, Walnut

Ralph Lauren Louis XV Occasional Lounge Chairs - Pair
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Ralph Lauren Louis XV Occasional Lounge Chairs - Pair Each chair measures: 25.5 wide x 20 deep x 38 inches high, with a seat height/chair clearance of 20 inches We take our photos ...
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20th Century American Louis XV Seating

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Upholstery, Wood

Vintage Thomasville Louis XV Style Parquetry Oak Carved Library Wingback Chair
Located in Dayton, OH
A stately wingback chair by Thomasville Furniture, Circa 1970s. Features an oak frame with a serpentine crest rail set between turned finials. The wingback portion of the chair is ...
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20th Century American Louis XV Seating

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Fabric, Oak

French Louis XV Style Carved Shell Painted Caned Bergere Chairs -Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a lovely pair of French Louis XV style caned bergere chairs with vintage check upholstery. The upholstery feels like silk but could be a blend. The frames are ivory painted w...
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Mid-20th Century American Louis XV Seating

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Upholstery, Oak, Down

Antique French Louis XV Style Paint Decorated Tufted Bench Footstool
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions- H: 18 1/4in W: 30in D: 16 3/4in This Antique French Louis XV Style Paint Decorated Tufted Bench, Footstool is a nice example of what luxurious furniture was like during ...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Seating

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Upholstery, Wood, Paint

Baker Furniture French Provincial Louis XV Fauteuils, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of French Provincial Louis XV style upholstered lounge chairs By Baker Furniture USA, late 20th century Carved painted walnut frames, with pink striped uphol...
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Late 20th Century American Louis XV Seating

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Upholstery, Walnut, Paint

French Louis XV Daybed Freshly Lacquered White With New Todd Hase Upholstery
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful French Louis XV daybed freshly lacquered in white with new Todd Hase upholstery high performance off-white. This daybed is fitted with...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Seating

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Fabric, Wood

Companion Pair of Louis XV Style Chairs
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This elegant companion pair of Louis XV style chairs beautifully captures the charm and refinement of French provincial design. Each chai...
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20th Century American Louis XV Seating

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Upholstery, Wood

Companion Pair of Louis XV Style Chairs
Companion Pair of Louis XV Style Chairs
$1,148 Sale Price / set
53% Off
French Louis XV Style Lounge Chair With Suede Upholstery by Minton - Spidell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful lounge chair in the Louis XV style designed and manufactured in Los Angeles, California by Minton - Spidell during the 20th century. The chair has a wooden frame and cabri...
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Early 2000s American Louis XV Seating

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Suede, Fruitwood

Pair of French Leather Tufted Wingback Chairs C. 1930
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of leather tufted wingback armchairs. The chairs are upholstered in a rich brown tufted leather with nailhead trim detail. The armrests are gently curved and upholstered, match...
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1930s French Vintage Louis XV Seating

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Leather, Walnut

Italian 19th century Louis XV st. Giltwood bench
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A lovely and finely detailed Italian 19th century Louis XV st. Giltwood bench. This uniquely supported rectangular bench is raised on a collapsable 'X' shaped Giltwood base. This cro...
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19th Century Italian Antique Louis XV Seating

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Velvet, Giltwood

Louis XVI Style Tapestry Fauteuil Open Arm Parlor Chair
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This exquisite Louis XVI style tapestry fauteuil open arm parlor chair beautifully exemplifies the neoclassical refinement of 18th-century French design. Crafted with a carved wooden...
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20th Century American Louis XV Seating

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Upholstery, Wood

Vintage Pair Louis XV Revival French Gilded Armchairs 20th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a stunning pair of French carved giltwood armchairs in the Louis XV style and dating from the last quarter of the 20th century. The chairs feature hand-carved decoration a...
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1980s English Vintage Louis XV Seating

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Giltwood

Paint Decorated French Louis XV Style Window Bench or Coffee Table
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This Paint Decorated French Louis XV Style Window Bench or Coffee Table is a versatile and elegant piece that reflects the timeless charm of French decorative arts. Crafted with a be...
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1940s French Vintage Louis XV Seating

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Walnut

Set of Six Carved Walnut French Louis XVI Tall Back Dining Chairs, circa 1940s
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This elegant set of six French Louis XVI dining chairs from the 1940s showcases the timeless craftsmanship and refined symmetry associated with neoclassical design. Crafted from rich...
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1940s American Vintage Louis XV Seating

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Walnut

French 19th century Louis XV st. patinated and Giltwood bench
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning and most elegant French 19th century Louis XV st. patinated and Giltwood bench. This exceptional bench is raised on five cabriole legs with scrolled feet and scallop shape...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Seating

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Giltwood

Set of 10+2 Balloon Back Dining Chairs
Located in London, GB
A Lovely Set of 12 Louis XV Style Oval Back Dining Chairs Cream and Gilt And Light Colored Velvet Upholstery
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20th Century Louis XV Seating

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Wood

Set of 10+2 Balloon Back Dining Chairs
Set of 10+2 Balloon Back Dining Chairs
$5,252 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Rare Large Set of 12 French Painted Cane French Louis XV Carved Dining Chairs
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Elevate your dining space with this rare set of 12 French Louis XV painted cane dining chairs, beautifully hand-carved and full of Parisian charm. These classic chairs showcase the g...
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1930s French Vintage Louis XV Seating

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Cane, Beech

Pair of Louis XV Revival Open Armchairs to Cane or Upholster French, 19th C
Located in Labrit, Landes
Pair of French fauteuils, open armchairs side or chairs Louis XV revival, This pair was made in the 19th century. The upholtery has been removed so can choose the one of your choise....
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1880s French Antique Louis XV Seating

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Walnut

19th Century Louis XV Sofa Kanapee Solid Walnut
Located in Berlin, DE
Solid walnut, hand-carved frame. Green velvet, historical upholstery in good condition. (B-139).
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Seating

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Walnut

19th Century Swedish Canapé Sofa
Located in Houston, TX
19th century Swedish canapé sofa: beautifully carved, gray painted sofa adorned with exceptional foliate motif decoration. Newly upholstered with down-wrap cushion. Note: Regional d...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Louis XV Seating

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Upholstery, Down, Wood

Magnificent Set Four 19th Century Highly Carved Armchairs from South of France
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Really beautiful set of Four French Louis XV Highly Carved Fauteuils or Armchairs bough in the South of France and in immaculate shape. Intricately carved pen armchairs, upholstered ...
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1860s French Antique Louis XV Seating

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Damask, Walnut

Pair of French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Patinated and Giltwood Armchairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An exceptional and most elegant pair of French 19th century Louis XVI st. patinated and giltwood armchairs. Each armchair is raised by circular tapered fluted legs with fine mottled ...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Seating

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Wood, Giltwood

Louis Xv seating for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Louis XV seating 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 seating created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, more furniture and collectibles, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Louis XV seating 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 seating, popular names associated with this style include Baker Furniture Company, La Maison London, Maison Jansen, and Stephanie Odegard Collection. 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 seating differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $278 and tops out at $74,500 while the average work can sell for $3,184.

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