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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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Style: Louis XIV
Place of Origin: European
19th Century French Louis XIV Style Giltwood Bench
Located in Houston, TX
19th century French Louis XIV Style giltwood bench. Stunning and unusual mid 19th century French Louis XIV style gilt wood bench. This gorgeous comfortable antique French bench has excellent carving and a beautiful stretcher. Our French giltwood bench...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Giltwood

Pair of giltwood stools
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of regency style stools ,gilded wood, one of the most beautiful models of the regency elegant and refined ,cushions on the top decorated with pom-poms the quality and the workma...
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1880s French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Fabric, Giltwood

LATE 17th CENTURY WALNUT HALF-MOON CONSOLE TABLE
Located in Firenze, FI
Elegant hand-carved solid walnut half-moon console table. The console table features three turned legs, one at the front and two on the inside sides, which lend a touch of refinement...
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Late 17th Century Italian Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Nutwood

Large Gilt Mirror / Looking Glass with Double Frame Louis XIV St. France Xxth
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Gorgeous Louis XIV style glazing bead mirror in golden wood. In the style of Italian mirrors, baroque style. Decor of intertwined foliage and flowers. Pediment decorated with shells....
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20th Century French Louis XIV Furniture

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Mirror

Pair French Louis XIV Period Brass Wrought Iron Andirons, early 18th century
Located in Atlanta, GA
With turned brass finials, slender standards, and brass masks of King Louis XIV, raised on wrought iron legs, excellent fire-worn patina
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Early 18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Brass, Wrought Iron

Early 18th Century French Oak Buffet Deux Corps from Colmar, Alsace
Located in Dallas, TX
Colmar, where this handsome buffet deux corps was crafted, is an affluent commune in the Alsace region of France, a mere 15 miles from the German border. Because of this proximity, the hand-carved oak cabinet features some elements that were inspired by German woodworkers of the early 1700’s. A robust lower body, with a thick molding along the apron, is supported by four onion feet, often found on large German case pieces...
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Early 18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Iron

French Régence Period Chaise Lounge
Located in Dallas, TX
French Régence period chaise lounge, carved and painted legs (6) connected by a series of curved stretchers Louis XIV-style, generously sized back with upholstered wings and arms, Fr...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Wood

Verne Martin Vitrine, 19th Century.
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A good quality late 19th Century French Verne Martin vitrine, having bombe shaped front and side glazing, hand painted panels depicting rural scenes and lovers courting. Gilded ormol...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Kingwood

French Arms of Lorraine Fireback, 18th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
18th century French Louis XIV fireback with the arms of Lorraine. The fireback is made of cast iron and has a brown patina. Upon request it can be made black / pewter colored with ...
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Early 18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Iron

Antique Country French Louis XIV Commode ~ Chest of Drawers in Stripped Oak
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Country French Louis XIV Commode ~ Chest of Drawers in Stripped Oak was hand-crafted from solid oak and accented with cast brass drawer pulls by obvious master craftsmen! Th...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Brass

Vintage Louis XIV Gilded Mirror
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Louis XIV Gilded Mirror will make a great choice for most any decor! With a width to height proportion of roughly two to one, it can either be mounted vertically or horizont...
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Louis XIV Furniture

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Synthetic, Wood, Paint

Monumental Chandelier in Louis XVI Style, According to J.-B. Klagmann
Located in Berlin, DE
Finely chased and gilded bronze. 39-flame electric mounted, bronze frame with main branches in two-stage crown form, each main branch consists of fully-plastic cast, mermaid women fa...
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20th Century French Louis XIV Furniture

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Bronze

19th Century French Regence Style Silver and Gold Leaf Mirror "a Parcloses"
Located in Dallas, TX
This stunning silver and gold gilt wall mirror has eight side mirrored panels separated and held in place from the main center mirror by giltwood or...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Mirror, Wood

Brass and Tortoiseshell Inlaid Boulle Style Ebonised Wood Cabinets
Located in London, GB
Brass and tortoiseshell inlaid Boulle style ebonised wood cabinets French, late 19th Century Height 142cm, width 127.5cm, depth 49.5cm The ma...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Marble, Brass, Ormolu, Bronze

Antique French Louis XV Day Bed ~ Sofa
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique French Louis XV Day Bed ~ Sofa is a truly unusual find! Designed on a larger scale than is typical, it will make the perfect addition to any ...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XIV Furniture

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Mohair, Oak

Large 17th Century French Louis XIV Period Painted Buffet Deux Corps
Located in Birmingham, AL
A superb 17th-century Louis XIV period buffet à deux corps expertly handcrafted in walnut by skilled ébénistes near Lyon, circa 1680s. Having a captivating patinated bluish-gray pain...
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1680s French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Iron

Antique Liegoise Louis XIV Draw Leaf Dining Table
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Liegoise Louis XIV draw leaf dning table is a superlative example of the high quality furnishings that have been produced in the region for centuries! The clever design has t...
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Louis XIV Furniture

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Oak

18 th Century French Louis XIII Carved Walnut Lectern Desk on Stand
Located in Dallas, TX
Bring a touch of French provincial charm to your home with this elegant antique slant-top desk. Crafted in France circa 1790, the petite lectern is built of solid fruitwood and stand...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Walnut

Large Pair of French late 19th Century Louis XIV Style Gilt Bronze Andirons
Located in Troy, NY
Large Pair of French late 19th Century Louis XIV Style Gilt Bronze Andirons. Very decorative and "over the top" pair of Louis XIV style andirons of imposing size. Our pieces are left...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Wrought Iron, Brass

Pair of Louis XIV Style Bergere Chairs Carved Walnut Wood Armchairs France
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Louis XIV Bergere Armchairs in Hand-carved Walnut Wood, late 19th century, French, 3 acanthus leaves on each scrolled arm and legs, very elegant cross stretcher. In original ...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Fabric, Walnut

Pair 19th Century French Gilt Bronze Candelabra After André Charles Boulle
Located in New York, NY
Pair of antique (19th century) French gilt bronze 8-light candelabra after the original 14th century model by André Charles Boulle (1642-1732) measuring 24.5 inches tall, 16 inches w...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Bronze

18th Century Spanish Rare Antique Louis XIV/XV Gilded Mirror
Located in New Orleans, LA
An exceptional and rare Spanish Louis XIV mirror featuring a boldly carved giltwood frame with dramatic scrollwork, foliate motifs, and rich patina. All topped by a pair of birds. Th...
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18th Century Spanish Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Mirror, Wood

FOUR ANTIQUE 1640 CAQUETOIRE CARVED WALNUT POLYCHROME PAINTED ARMCHAIRs
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this super rare suite of four totally original 17th century circa 1640-1680 French Caquetoire armchairs with...
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1640s French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Leather, Walnut

Neapolitan School, early 18th century, "Lucretia"
Located in Madrid, ES
Neapolitan School, early 18th century, "Lucretia" Canvas 105 x 85 cm - 41 5/16 in. Provenance: Private collection, France. Good condition
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Early 18th Century Italian Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Paint

Original French Louis XIV walnut throne wing armchair, 18th century
Located in London, GB
Rich patina and warm walnut tones, with wingback headrest and beautifully scrolled arms, the lower frame comprises an H-form cross stretcher with intricate turned legs. Newly upholst...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Walnut

Pair of French Bronze Dore Mirrors with Mascarons and Floral Motifs, circa 1880
Located in Dallas, TX
This pair of small bronze doré mirrors are from France, circa 1880, and were made in the style of Louis XIV. The intricate bronze doré frames have a large cartouche at the top of the frame that depicts a mascaron with a floral headband...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Bronze

French Louis XV Period Commode
Located in Marseille, FR
Beautifully carved French walnut commode (Louis XV period, circa 1720) with three drawers in arbalete form, all four carved snail feet, cartouche at th...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Walnut

Large Exceptional Equestrian Bronze of Louis XIV on Horseback after Girardon
By François Girardon
Located in London, GB
An Equestrian Statue of Louis XIV After François Girardon (1628-1715) Cast in a dark patinated bronze, the statue depicts the Sun King as a Roman Emperor, and is signed to the side ...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Bronze

Napoleon III Eight-Light Chandelier After the Model by Boulle
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
A fine Napoleon III ormolu eight-light chandelier, after the Model by André-Charles Boulle. This well-cast Louis XIV style chandelier is after an important model attributed to And...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Bronze, Ormolu

French Gilt Filigree Jeweled Purple Crown
Located in Queens, NY
French gilt filigree crown with jewels and cross on top and purple fabric.
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18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Fabric

Louis XIV Style Giltwood Centre Table.
Located in Nantwich, GB
This exceptionally large, heavily carved Gilt wood centre table in the style of Louis XIV is truly magnificent. Both the front and back are deco...
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Late 20th Century French Louis XIV Furniture

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Wood

Louis XVI style fireplace in Carrara marble, circa 1880
Located in Honnelles, WHT
Louis XVI style fireplace in Carrara marble, circa 1880 fireplace dimensions: 92 x 126 cm et 70 x 68cm
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Early 19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Marble

19th Century Louis XIV Buffet in Stripped Oak
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century Louis XIV Buffet is a handsome piece that will add just the right amount of storage and display surface to any room! Hand-crafted from solid planks of old-growth oak, i...
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1840s French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Brass

Palatial French 19th/20th Century Louis XIV Style Gilt-Bronze Orante Chandelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Very Fine and Large French Belle Epoque 19th/20th Century Louis XIV Style Twelve-Light Gilt-bronze Figural Chandelier with frosted glass shades. The ovoid shaped body with scrolled...
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Early 1900s French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Bronze

19th Century Liegeoise Louis XIV Bookcase ~ Bibliotheque
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century Liegeoise Louis XIV Bookcase ~ Bibliotheque is a master work of the cabinetmaker's art, which is to be expected of the artisans of Liege during this period. Known acros...
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1880s Belgian Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Brass

Pair of 18th Century French Louis XIV Carved Oak Wall Architectural Elements
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a wall with this important pair of wall mounted carvings. Hand crafted in France circa 1780, and almost 7.5 feet tall, the large architectural elements depict two intricatel...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Oak

Pair of Louis XIV-Style Mahogany Inlaid Marquetry Commodes, 19th Century
Located in Houston, TX
This pair of French commodes exhibit exceptional marquetry inlay of the finest woods portraying a chinoiserie scene. It is late 19th century, each having a shaped and bowed top tha...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Mahogany, Rosewood

An Italian 18th century Louis XIV Period Giltwood mirror
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A high quality and most decorative Italian 18th century Louis XIV Period Giltwood mirror. This stunning double framed mirror, with original mirror plate, is raised on finely scrolled...
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18th Century Italian Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Giltwood

Antique French Louis XIV Mantel Mirror in Stripped oak
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique French Louis XIV Mantel Mirror in Stripped Oak will make a perfect finishing touch over the mantel or any surface. Meticulously hand-crafted from dense, old-growth oak, it f...
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Mid-20th Century French Louis XIV Furniture

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Mirror, Oak

Louis XIV Style Yellow Marble Mantel Trets Circa 1880
Located in Honnelles, WHT
Louis XIV Style Yellow Marble Mantel Trets Circa 1880 Fireplace dimensions: 104 x 106 cm
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Early 18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Marble

Pair of Louis XIV Baroque Style Gilt Bronze Curtain Hooks or Tie Backs Set of 2
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Pair of Louis XIV Style Gilt Bronze Curtain Hooks or Tie Backs. Set of 2. A gorgeous antique pair of gilded cast bronze tiebacks in the Louis XIV styl...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Brass, Bronze

Antique French Whitewashed Walnut Step-Front Marble Top Buffet
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique French Whitewashed Walnut Step-Front Marble Top Buffet will create a majestic visual statement in any room! The step-front design combined with serpentine sides creates interest from any angle, and accentuates the form while bringing the natural beauty of the stripped walnut to the fore. Sis boldly scrolled legs with escargot feet provide support, connecting the undulating apron that is finely bordered and at the center section beautifully carved with acanthus fronds and wildflower sprays. Four cabinet doors above feature scrolled and arched panels surrounded by finely molded frames with carved accents on the top or corner. Four drawers above that feature tailored molding detail. Brass hinges hang the doors, with figured brass key guards and cast drawer pulls...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XIV Furniture

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Marble, Brass

Antique Liegoise Draw Leaf Dining Table
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Liegoise draw leaf dining table hails from the storied region from which exceptional products have been hand-crafted for centuries! Util...
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Louis XIV Furniture

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Oak

Pair of turned brass candlesticks, Italy, 17th-18th century
Located in Vicenza, IT
Pair of turned solid brass candlesticks, of Italian manufacture, dating from the late 17th to early 18th century. The two pieces are distinguished by a turned frame with alternating ...
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18th Century European Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Brass

19th Century French Louis XIV Style Carved Bleached Oak Bench with Leather Seat
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant 19th-century French bench, crafted circa 1870 in the Louis XIV style, brings refined craftsmanship and rich texture to any interior. The solid oak frame has been bleache...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Leather, Oak

Regency Period Armchair In Walnut - 18th Century
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Superb 18th century walnut regency period armchair Very beautiful model with its slightly inclined backrest which makes it very comfortable curved armrests with acanthus leaves The...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Walnut

Early 19th Century French Louis XV Carved Walnut Wall Console with Marble Top
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate an entryway or hallway with this elegant antique wall-mounted console. Crafted in southern France circa 1820, the sculptural console is built of solid walnut and shaped in a...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Marble

Louis XIV Walnut Writing Table Or Occasional Table From The17th Century
Located in Brussels, Brussels
superb walnut table from the 17th century Louis XIV period and style Good quality table resting on a very elegant base with turned legs connected by spacers and ending with balls. Th...
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17th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Walnut

Louis XIV Antique Ebonized Brass-Inlaid Display Cabinet Bookcase Vitrine
Located in Shippensburg, PA
LOUIS XIV EBONIZED AND BRASS-INLAID DISPLAY CABINET ON STAND France upper portion composed of 18th century materials, stand crafted of 19th century materials, interior covered with ...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Brass

Grand Antique French Walnut Louis XIV Marble Top Buffet ~ Sideboard
Located in Dallas, TX
Grand antique French walnut Louis XIV marble top buffet ~ Sideboard is a masterpiece of the cabinetmaker's art, measuring eight feet in width! Rendered from sumptuous walnut, it feat...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XIV Furniture

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Marble, Steel

Early 19th Century Louis XIV style French painted gold mirror
Located in Houston, US
Grand Louis XV style French mirror with original mercury glass. Style is characterized by the Rococo style's elegant curves, intricate scrollwork and ornate detailing, typical of the...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Glass, Plaster, Wood

"Versailles" style Lantern
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Very Fine Gilt Bronze Lantern, "Versailles" style depicting lion's masks, shells and mythilogical figures. Stylized crown on top. 3 lights. France, circa 1910. Dimensions: Height...
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1910s French Vintage Louis XIV Furniture

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Crystal, Bronze

18th Century Commode from the Louis XIV Regency Period
Located in NICE, FR
We present you with this rare chest of drawers hailing from the Louis XIV Regency era in the 18th century. It has a gracefully curved facade which unfolds with four drawers arranged ...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Marble

Pair of Louis XIV Style Giltwood Side Table Made by La Maison London
Located in London, Park Royal
Pair of Louis XIV style Giltwood end tables or side tables with a Crema Marfill Marble top with a honed finish . Gilded with 23.75 K gold In Stock and available immediately.
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21st Century and Contemporary British Louis XIV Furniture

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Marble

Fire screen, French 19th Century, ormolu.
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A very good quality late 19th Century French ormolu fan shaped fire screen. Having wonderful scrolling foliate decoration to the whole, Fan sectioned panels, rampant Lions mounted to...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Ormolu

Pair of Louis XIV Carved and Gilded Chairs
Located in New Orleans, LA
Beautifully carved and gilded armchairs.
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18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

Very Large Patinated Bronze Sculpture of Louis XIV after Girardon
Located in London, GB
Very large patinated bronze sculpture of Louis XIV after Girardon French, 19th Century Height 109cm, width 87cm, depth 53cm This very large sculpture depicts the famous King Louis ...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Bronze

Wonderful Large French Bronze Louis XV Etched Glass Crystal Flush Mount Fixture
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Large French Bronze Louis XV Style Etched glass / crystal flush mount ceiling fixture with 3 edison lights.
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20th Century French Louis XIV Furniture

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Crystal, Bronze

Custom Made Handcrafted Gilt Iron and Murano Crystal Chandelier, Italy
Located in New York, NY
Absolutely decadent Italian custom made crystal chandelier handcrafted in Italy with hundreds of Murano glass crystals of sizable weight. Crystals are individually hand knotted and t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Louis XIV Furniture

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Iron

19th Century Fireplace of French Limestone in Style of Louis XIV
Located in Made, NL
Beautiful antique fireplace of French limestone with beautiful lines. This fireplace is from the 19th century and in the style of Louis XIV. A nice compact fireplace with a rustic look.
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19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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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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