Louis XIV Furniture
LOUIS XIV STYLE
As opposed to the styles that would follow from the other 18th-century French kings, Louis XV and Louis XVI, antique Louis XIV furniture is rigid and imposing. It expresses opulence — even its armchairs, with their upright backs, straight legs and lavish ornamentation, look like thrones. Authentic Louis XIV sofas, a then newly emerging iteration of seating, are fully upholstered and often feature decoratively carved frames of walnut, chestnut or oak.
When French King Louis XIV established his royal court at Versailles in 1682, he transformed what was once a hunting lodge into a palace that declared his wealth and power through its design. Until his death in 1715, he reigned with a spirit of excess and absolute political dominance. The “Sun King,” as he called himself, believed that France revolved around him as planets do the sun. Louis XIV adopted the sun as his emblem, decorating the grounds with symbols of the sun and Apollo, the Greek god of the sun. As he stated, “There is nothing that indicates more clearly the magnificence of great princes than their superb palaces and their precious furniture.” He was a child when he became king in 1643, only shaping his style after he became absolute monarch in 1661.
Reflecting trends in French Baroque art, Louis XIV furniture characteristics included exuberant decoration. There were gilded bronze details including shells, suns, grotesques, lions and classical references like acanthus leaves. The years of growth in the country’s manufacturing, such as the tapestries and cabinets made at Gobelins, led to design innovations. The commode replaced the chest as a storage device, with drawers and a surface that could double as a desk.
The materials were luxurious, such as the popular tortoiseshell veneer technique that leading cabinetmaker Pierre Golle used in his designs. André-Charles Boulle, who became royal cabinetmaker in 1672, was a masterful artist of marquetry, using inlays of ebony, exotic woods and mother-of-pearl.
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Item Ships From: Benelux
Style: Louis XIV
Large French Wrought Iron Fireplace Tools or Fire Tools, 17th-18th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
17th-18th century French Louis XIV fireplace tool set. The fire irons are made of wrought iron. They are in a good condition and fully functional.
Category
Early 18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Antique Dutch Fireplace Tool Set, Fire Tools, 17th-18th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Beautiful 17th-18th century Dutch Louis XIV fireplace tool set. The set consists of a hanger and four fire irons and kitchen tools, all made of wrought iron and hand forged. The spat...
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Early 18th Century Dutch Antique Louis XIV Furniture
Materials
Bronze, Wrought Iron
Large French 17th-18th Century Louis XIV Trivet
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
17th-18th century French Louis XIV period trivet.
It is used for heating up a pan or to keep it warm in front of the fire. In a good working condition.
Category
Late 17th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Antique Standing Spit Rack, 17th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Rare 17th century French standing spit rack. The set is in a good condition and fit for use in the fireplace.
Category
17th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
17th Century French
Arms of Lorraine
Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
17th Century French fireback with the arms of Lorraine. Surrounded by a chain of the Golden Fleece. The symbol of this Order is a small golden fleece of a ram's head and feet, taken ...
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17th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture
Materials
Iron
Unusual Antique French Hard Limestone Oval Outdoor Water Bassin
Located in Beervelde, BE
Formal French bicolor hard stone ice container. One in its kind. A great element to create a fountain, flower pot, hand washer or even to be used as wine cooler. A great original ant...
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Early 18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture
Materials
Limestone
18th Century French Louis XIV Fireback / Backsplash with the Arms of France
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Coat of arms of the House of Bourbon, an originally French royal house that became a major dynasty in Europe. It delivered kings for Spain (Navarra), France, both Sicilies and Parma....
Category
18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture
Materials
Iron
17th - 18th Century French Louis XIV
Fleurs-de-Lys
Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
17th - 18th century French Louis XIV fireback with fleurs-de-lys (French Lillies). The fleur-de-lys is a symbol for purity and appeared on many coats of arms and flags throughout Eur...
Category
Early 18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture
Materials
Iron
De Grieksche A
, Pieter Kocx - Dutch Delft plate with flower basket
Located in DELFT, NL
Beautiful 18th century Dutch Delft plate, made by Pieter Kocx, owner of 'De Grieksche A', 1701-1722.
This decor with a flower basket and flying birds was very beloved and mostly kno...
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Early 18th Century Dutch Antique Louis XIV Furniture
Materials
Earthenware, Delft, Faience
$812 Sale Price
20% Off
Flemish Louis XIV Period Fireplace Grate or Fire Grate, 17th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
17th century Flemish Louis XIV period fireplace grate. Made of beautifully forged wrought iron. The condition is good.
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17th Century Belgian Antique Louis XIV Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Antique Louis XIV
Pillars with Saint Andrew
s Cross
Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
18th century French fireback with a Saint Andrew's cross and two pillars of Hercules. Saint Andrew is said to have been martyred on a cross in this shape. As a result the cross becam...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture
Materials
Iron
French Louis XIV Period Andirons or Firedogs, 17th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Beautiful 17th century French Louis XIV period andirons. They are hand forged and made of wrought iron. These French andirons are called 'landiers' in France. This dates from the tim...
Category
17th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Antique French Louis XIV Fire Grate, Fireplace Grate, 17th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
17th century French Louis XIV period fireplace basket - fire basket made of bronze and wrought iron.
The basket is in a good condition and is fully functional.
Category
17th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture
Materials
Bronze, Wrought Iron
17th Century French Louis XIV
Arms of France
Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Beautiful 17th century French Louis XIV fireback with the arms of France, dated 1603. This is the coat of arms of the House of Bourbon, an originally French royal house that became a...
Category
Early 17th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture
Materials
Iron
French Louis XIV Style
Arms of France
Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
French Louis XIV style fireback with the Arms of France. A coat of arms of the House of Bourbon, an originally French royal house that became a major dynasty in Europe. The house del...
Category
20th Century French Louis XIV Furniture
Materials
Iron
French Louis XIV Period Andirons or Firedogs, 17th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Beautiful 17th century French Louis XIV period andirons. They are hand forged and made of wrought iron and polished brass. The top of the andiron at the right in the pictures has bee...
Category
17th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron, Bronze
French 17th Century Louis XIV Trivet
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
17th century French Louis XIV period trivet.
It is used for heating up a pan or to keep it warm in front of the fire. In a good working condition.
Category
17th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
French 17th-18th Century Louis XIV Trivet
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
17th-18th century French Louis XIV period trivet.
It is used for heating up a pan or to keep it warm in front of the fire. In a good working condition.
Category
Late 17th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Antique German
Coat of Arms
Fireback / Backsplash, 17th-18th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
17th - 18th Century German Louis XIV period fireback with an unknown coat of arms.
The fireback is made of cast iron and has a black / pewter patina. The fireback is in a good con...
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Early 18th Century German Antique Louis XIV Furniture
Materials
Iron
Antique French Louis XIV Fire Grate, Fireplace Grate, 17th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
17th century French Louis XIV period fireplace basket - fire basket made of brass and wrought iron.
The basket is in a good condition and is fully functional.
Category
17th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron, Brass
Antique French Louis XIV Coat of Arms Fireback / Backsplash, 17th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Beautiful 17th century French Louis XIV period fireback with a coat of arms. The coat of arms is decorated with a 'crown of the marquis' on top. The two large pillars refer to the cl...
Category
17th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture
Materials
Iron
18th Century French Fireback / Backsplash
Pillars with Medieval IHS Monogram
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
18th century Louis XIV French fireback with pillars, an IHS monogram and the date of production 1710.
The monogram IHS stands for Iesus Hominum Salvator (Jesus the Savior of Humanit...
Category
18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture
Materials
Iron
Antique Louis XIV
Pillars with Saint Andrew
s Cross
Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
18th century French fireback with a Saint Andrew's cross and two pillars of Hercules. Saint Andrew is said to have been martyred on a cross in this shape. The cross is since then a s...
Category
18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture
Materials
Iron
17th Century French Louis XIV
Coat of Arms
Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Beautiful 17th century French Louis XIV period fireback with an unknown coat of arms.
The fireback is made of cast iron and has a brown patina. It can be made black / pewter upon re...
Category
17th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture
Materials
Iron
Marble Fireplace Frame From France For Timeless Bespoke Design Project
Located in Beervelde, BE
Unusual castle stone mantel with straight lines for a timeless interior.
This stunning 19th-century French fireplace frame showcases the refined elegance of period craftsmanship. Rec...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture
Materials
Marble
17th-18th Century French Louis XIV
Saint Andrew
s Cross
Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Beautiful 17th - 18th century French fireback with a Saint Andrew's cross and two pillars of Hercules. Saint Andrew is said to have been martyred on a cross in this shape. The cross ...
Category
Early 18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture
Materials
Iron
17th-18th Century French Louis XIV
Saint Andrew
s Cross
Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Beautiful 17th-18th century French fireback with a Saint Andrew's cross and two pillars of Hercules. Saint Andrew is said to have been martyred on a cross in this shape. The cross is...
Category
Early 18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture
Materials
Iron
French Louis XIV Style
Coat of Arms
Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
French Louis XIV style fireback with a coat of arms. The fireback is made of cast iron and has a black / pewter patina. The condition is good and does not have cracks.
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20th Century French Louis XIV Furniture
Materials
Iron
17th Century French Hanging Trivet
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
17th century French hanging trivet made of wrought iron. The hanging trivet was used for cooking in the fireplace, to put a pot into. It was used in com...
Category
17th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
18th Century French Arms of France Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
18th century French fireback with arms of France.
All our products that weigh 66 kg / 146 lbs or more are shipped as standard door-to-door freight. The prices of freight have increa...
Category
18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture
Materials
Iron
Antique French
Caritas
Fireback / Backsplash, 19th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
French fireback that symbolizes Caritas. Caritas means care and love. It is one of three theological virtues from the triptych faith, hope and love. 19th century and Louis XIV style....
Category
19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture
Materials
Iron
French
Coat of Arms
Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
French Louis XIV style fireback with a coat of arms.
The fireback is made of cast iron and has a black / pewter patina. The condition is good, no cracks.
This product weighs more t...
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20th Century French Louis XIV Furniture
Materials
Iron
French Bronze Louis XIV Andirons, 17th Century, with Marmosets
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
A pair of medium-sized 17th century French Louis XIV fire dogs made of polished bronze and wrought iron. The faces on the andirons are so-called marmosets. A marmoset is an ornamenta...
Category
17th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron, Bronze
French Louis XIV Coat of France Fireback / Backsplash, 17th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
French Louis XIV period fireback with a coat of arms.
The fireback has a / pewter patina. It is in a good condition and does not have cracks.
Category
17th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture
Materials
Iron
Luxury Interior Design Fireplace Mantel In Rich And Colourful Marble
Located in Beervelde, BE
Fine Louis XIV style, 19th century, antique fireplace surround in a overwhelming rich color marble.
A very decorative chimney piece and perfect to fit a square firebox.
Material & Co...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture
Materials
Marble
17th Century French
Pillars of Hercules
Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
17th century French fireplace fireback with two pillars of Hercules and three crosses. The pillar of Hercules stand for strength and the unknown.
The fireback has a natural brown pa...
Category
17th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture
Materials
Iron
17th-18th Century
Arms of Loraine
Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
17th-18th century French Louis XIV fireback with the arms of Leopold I, Duke of Lorraine. The arms are surrounded by a chain of the Golden Fleece. The symbol of this order is a small...
Category
Early 18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture
Materials
Iron
Antique French
Pillars with Saint Andrew
s Cross
Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
18th century French fireback with a Saint Andrew's cross and two pillars of Hercules. Saint Andrew is said to have been martyred on a cross in this shape. The cross is since then a s...
Category
18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture
Materials
Iron
18th Century French Louis XIV Period
Saint Andrew
s Cross
Fireback / Backsplas
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Beautiful 18th century French fireback with a Saint Andrew's cross and two pillars of Hercules. Saint Andrew is said to have been martyred on a cross in this shape. The cross is sinc...
Category
18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture
Materials
Iron
18th Century Pillars with Saint Andrew
s Cross Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
French fireback with pillars, the cross of Saint Andrew and the date of production 1732.
Saint Andrew is said to have been martyred on a cross in this sh...
Category
18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture
Materials
Iron
French Louis XV Style
Coat of Arms
Fireback / Backsplash, 20th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
20th century French Louis XV style fireback with a coat of arms.
The fireback is made of cast iron and has a natural brown patina. Upon request, it can be made black/pewter colored ...
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20th Century French Louis XIV Furniture
Materials
Iron
19th Century Belgian Rochefort Marble Original Antique Fireplace Mantle
Located in Beervelde, BE
This is a typical Belgian vintage fireplace surround in Louis XIV style, 19th century. The marble is a Rochefort marble from the abbey the Rochefort. (well known for the Belgian Trap...
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19th Century Belgian Antique Louis XIV Furniture
Materials
Marble
18th Century French Phoenix Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
18th century Louis XIV French fireback with pillars, a phoenix, and the date of production 1737
The Phoenix stands for 'Who rises from the ashes' The pillars refer to the club of He...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture
Materials
Iron
18th Century French Fireback / Backsplash
Pillars with Medieval IHS Monograms
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
18th century Louis XIV French fireback with pillars, two IHS monograms, and the date of production 1741.
The monogram IHS stands for Iesus Hominum Salvator (Jesus the Savior of Huma...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture
Materials
Iron
18th Century French
Allegory of Love
Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Beautiful 18th century French fireback with an Allegory of Love. The date of production of the fireback, 1743, is also cast in the fireback. The fireback is made of cast iron and has...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture
Materials
Iron
18th Century French Fireback / Backsplash Pillars with Medieval IHS Monogram
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
18th century Louis XIV French fireback with pillars, IHS monogram, angels and the date of production 1734.
The monogram IHS stands for Iesus Hominum Salvator (Jesus the Savior of ...
Category
18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture
Materials
Iron
18th Century French Antique Fireplace Surround in Stone Out of a Panel Room
Located in Beervelde, BE
Phenomenal bicolor burgundy hard stone mantle can be waxed to bring the deep patina out. It has exceptional proportions and is in perfect condition. The m...
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Early 18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture
Materials
Stone
French Louis XIV Period Andirons or Firedogs, 17th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
17th century French Louis XIV andirons. The andirons are made of bronze and wrought iron. They have a typical Louis XIV design which was popular during the 17th century. In France th...
Category
17th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture
Materials
Bronze, Wrought Iron
17th Century French Louis XIV Andirons or Firedogs
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Beautiful 17th century French Louis XIV andirons made of bronze and wrought iron.
The condition of the andirons is good. They are fit for use in the fireplace.
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17th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture
Materials
Bronze, Wrought Iron
French
Pillars with Crosses
Fireback / Backsplash, 18th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
18th century Louis XIV fireplace fireback with two pillars and three crosses.
This product weighs more than 65 kg / 143 lbs. All our products that weigh 66 kg / 146 lbs or more are ...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture
Materials
Iron
18th Century French
Pillars of Hercules
Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
French fireback with two pillars of Hercules, a cross and the date of production 1737.
The pillar refers to the club of Hercules, his favorite weapon. It symbolizes power. Since ant...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture
Materials
Iron
19th Century Black Belgian Marble Original Antique Fireplace Surround
Located in Beervelde, BE
This one of a kind original antique fireplace mantle is one of a collection of four that was reclaimed out of a Brussels great Maison de Maître house. The mantle is executed in the bespoke Black Belgian Marble. This strong piece is a perfect fit also for modern and timeless contemporary interior design concepts especially when the room will host most expensive art...
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19th Century Belgian Antique Louis XIV Furniture
Materials
Belgian Black Marble
Sturdy Antique French Fireplace Mantel
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
This beautifully understated limestone fireplace from France effortlessly blends rustic charm with refined craftsmanship. Likely originating from the 18th century, it is carved from ...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture
Materials
Stone, Limestone
French Limestone Fireplace For Timeless Living From The 17th Century
Located in Beervelde, BE
Exceptional French Limestone Fireplace For Timeless Living. This is an original Louis XIV period limestone fireplace surround. The proportions are perfect for a small room. The abond...
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Late 17th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture
Materials
Limestone
17th Century Breton Wardrobe or Cupboard in Oak Turning in Boxwood
Located in Brussels, Brussels
A fine wardrobe or cupboardof of the 17th century in oak and turning in boxwood other times alcove bed transformed into a wardrobe or cupboard probably in the 19th century
The int...
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17th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture
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Oak
Brussels Tapestry After Teniers, circa 1700
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Brussels Tapestry After Teniers from the beginning of the 18th century
Very beautiful tapestry describing a village scene at the end of the 17th ce...
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Early 18th Century Belgian Antique Louis XIV Furniture
Materials
Wool
Rustic Red Patina Fireplace Mantel Reclaimed From France
Located in Beervelde, BE
French antique fireplace surround.
This exceptional decorative element is a unique piece to create an authentic interior.
It has the original patina and fine carving details dating...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture
Materials
Limestone
Small Antique French Louis XIV Fireplace In Sandstone 18th Century Period
Located in Beervelde, BE
Small Louis XIV period fireplace surround in limestone with beautiful patina. This reclaimed fireplace mantel has elegant jambs and is rare in its kind. It has some small artempo res...
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Early 18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture
Materials
Stone, Limestone, Sandstone
French Riviera Style Limestone Fireplace Surround With Patina
Located in Beervelde, BE
18th century period fireplace surround in limestone.
The patina is original from the multi-century layers.
Authentic size and touch likely reflecting the light into the room.
Measure...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture
Materials
Limestone
Original Historical Bicolor Stone Fireplace Mantel – Timeless French Design
Located in Beervelde, BE
This authentic Louis XIV-style fireplace surround is a stunning expression of French architectural refinement, carved from hard Corton stone — a prized limestone renowned for its war...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture
Materials
Stone, Limestone
Louis Xiv furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Louis XIV furniture 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 furniture created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include building and garden elements, case pieces and storage cabinets, seating and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Louis XIV furniture 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 furniture, popular names associated with this style include La Maison London, Towle Silversmiths, Coduri of Lyon, France, and OMBRES ET FACETTES. 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 furniture differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $65 and tops out at $1,176,864 while the average work can sell for $4,995.
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