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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
German Louis XIV Style Coat of Arms Fireback / Backsplash, 20th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Beautiful German Louis XIV style fireback with an unknown coat of arms. The fireback is made of cast iron and has a brown patina. Upon request it can be made black / pewter with st...
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20th Century German Louis XIV Furniture

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Iron

Cobalt Blue Porcelain Basket Vase with 22K Gold Encrustation and Romantic Scene
By Limoges, (After) Jean-Honoré Fragonard
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage Large Cobalt Blue Porcelain Basket Vase with 22K Gold Encrustation and Romantic Scene in Limoges Style Elevate your decor with this exquisite large vintage porcelain basket v...
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Late 20th Century French Louis XIV Furniture

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Porcelain

17th Century French Curfew
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
A French curfew was a cover to extinguish and store the not yet burned wood or other fuel. In a medieval wooden house, the systematic use of the curfew was very important to prevent ...
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17th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Iron

Italian 18th Century Louis XIV Period White Gold Mecca Mirror
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A very unique Italian 18th century Louis XIV period white gold mecca mirror. The two scrolled feet are joined by a pieced acanthus leaf garland. The original mirror plate is framed w...
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18th Century Italian Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Mirror, Wood

Louis XV style fireplace in white Carrara marble, circa 1880
Located in Honnelles, WHT
Louis XV style fireplace in white Carrara marble, circa 1880 fireplace dimensions: 105 x 90cm
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Early 19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Marble

Pair Of Fine Louis XIV Style Walnut Upholstered Fauteuils
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Pair of Louis XIV style walnut fauteuils with sinuous arms, arched tight back and seat. The chairs upholstered in an embroidered fabric with purple stylized flowers and floral abstra...
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20th Century Louis XIV Furniture

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Fabric, Walnut

Antique French Marble Top Coffee Table
Located in London, GB
A beautiful and impressive antique French marble top coffee table. This was made in France, it dates from around the 1930’s. The quality is superb, the frame is made from solid birc...
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1930s French Vintage Louis XIV Furniture

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Marble, Ormolu

18th Century French Fireplace in Rare Bi-Color Buxy Limestone from Saône-et-Loir
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
Elevate your interior with the architectural authenticity and timeless elegance of this 18th century French fireplace mantel, expertly hand-carved in bi-color Buxy limestone. Sourced...
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Early 18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Stone, Limestone

Heavily Carved Vintage Louis XIV Style Giltwood Console Table
Located in Nantwich, GB
Heavily carved Vintage Louis XIV style Giltwood Console table. This very attractive piece came from a European Consulate where it was in daily use for 30 years.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Louis XIV Furniture

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Marble

19th Century French Louis XIV Style Polished Brass Andirons or Firedogs
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
19th century French Louis XIV style andirons made of polished brass and wrought iron. The condition is good. The andirons are fit for use in the fireplace.
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19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Brass, Wrought Iron

19th Century French Dark Stain Beechwood Throne Chair
Located in Casteren, NL
This late 19th century tall back French throne chair is made in solid beechwood. It has the original upholstery. The armrests have acanthus leave ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Beech

Superbe 17th Century French Blanket Chest or Trunk
Located in Stockbridge, GA
Superbe 17th century French blanket chest or trunk.
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Mid-17th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Iron

Venetian Louis XIV Bombay Burl Walnut Chest
Located in Bradenton, FL
19th Century Walnut Venetian Louis XIV Burl Walnut Bombe Chest. Chest features two small upper drawer and two larger lower drawers with antique hardware. Chest has bombay front curvi...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Walnut

Rare 17th Century Italian Walnut Louis XIV Sideboard with Plate Rack
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Gregorius 17th century Italian Louis XIV solid walnut wood sideboard with plate rack. In the lower part equipped with three comfortable drawe...
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1680s Italian Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Walnut

Italian Louis XIV Period Brocatelle D Espagne marble coffee table
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stately and most impressive Italian 18th/19th century Louis XIV Period Brocatelle D'Espagne marble coffee table. This stunning coffee table is raised by four Louis XIV st. 18th cen...
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18th Century Italian Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Marble

1950s French Louis XIV Style Hand Carved Giltwood Bench Wool Fabric Upholstery
Located in Miami, FL
An elegant French 20th Century Louis XIV Style giltwood bench. The decorative bench is raised on four legs with topie shape feet below a circular fluted tapered column. Above is the ...
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Mid-20th Century French Louis XIV Furniture

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Fabric, Wood, Giltwood

Late 19th Century French Aubusson Tapestry in Rococo Revival Style
Located in Dallas, TX
53775 Late 19th Century Antique French Verdure Tapestry, 05'09 x 07'04. Woven with lyrical precision in the hallowed tapestry ateliers of Aubusson during the late 19th century, this ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Wool

Early 18th Century Louis XIV Style Hand-Carved Walnut Armoire
Located in Chicago, IL
Louis XIV Style Walnut Armoire. Moulded crown over two-door armoire, the doors with deep diamond coffered carving, diamond carved panels to sides, on large bun feet; the interior wit...
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Early 18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Walnut

Louis XIV Walnut Os De Mouton Armchair
Located in Essex, MA
High square back and seat. Scrolled arms. S curve legs joined by conforming stretchers.
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Early 1700s French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Muslin, Walnut

17th Century Limestone Well
Located in Beervelde, BE
This is a particular original small well. Perfect for a French garden. It is in a perfect condition. 65 cm H 25.59", 90 cm Sq 35.43", 60 cm Interior diameter 23.62".  
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18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Limestone

Antique French Fireback / Backsplash with Arms of France, 17th-18th Century
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....
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Early 18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Iron

EARLY 18th CENTURY SOLID WALNUT SIDEBOARD
Located in Firenze, FI
Elegant small sideboard in solid walnut, finely hand-carved. The sideboard features bracket feet, a solid wood top, and is also decorated with geometric diamond-shaped carvings on th...
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Early 18th Century Italian Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Walnut

Walnut And Burl Walnut Chest - 18th Century
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Superb and rare walnut and burl walnut chest from the first part of the 18th century. Superb work where we can find burl walnut in symmetry on its face, sides and on its top. The che...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Walnut

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...
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17th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Iron

Fireback with the arms of Phillipe II of Spain dated 1608
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Fireback with the coat of arms of Phillipe II of Spain dated 1608. It bears the motto: "DOMINUS MIHI ADJUTOR". A similar fireback, bearing the same date, is kept in the Arlon Museum and is reproduced in the book "Plaques de cheminées...
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17th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Iron

Italian, Emiliana, Louis XIV Period Faux Marble Painted Mirror, early 18th cen.
Located in Atlanta, GA
of rectangular form with a molded edge and retaining its original faux marble painting, now fitted with a modern mirroplate
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Early 18th Century Italian Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Paint

French Early 20th Century Louis XIV Style Gilt Bronze "Versailles" Style Lantern
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A charming French, early 20th century, Louis XIV style gilt bronze and gilt metal molded glass "Versailles" Style three-light hanging hall lantern. The elongated blown glass body sur...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XIV Furniture

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Metal, Bronze

French Cosy Style Stone Antique Fireplace Surround
Located in Beervelde, BE
A grand 18th century French classic fireplace. This original antique fireplace surround can be used as a decorative architectural element. The front has been broken and the right top...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Stone

Exquisite Small 18th Century Original French Antique Marble Fireplace Surround
Located in Beervelde, BE
Museum quality and very exceptional original antique marble fireplace surround in the bespoke Royal Breche D' Aleppe marble. The design of the fronton is elegant and graciously movin...
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Early 18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Marble

Painted Armoire, 18th Century, Louis XIV
Located in New Orleans, LA
18th century Italian Louis XIV painted armoire two-door faux bois wardrobe with golden neoclassical decorative paint. With working lock and one key. As purchased in Italy with antiqu...
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18th Century Italian Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Paint, Wood

Large Fireback / Backsplash with Pillars of Hercules with Angels, Dated 1733
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
The pillar refers to the club of Hercules, his favorite weapon. It symbolizes power. Since antiquity the ‘Pillars of Hercules’ are also the name of the promontories at both sides of ...
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Early 18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Iron

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

French Louis XIV Coat of Arms Fireback / Backsplash, 17th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
17th century French Louis XIV fireback with an unknown coat of arms. The fireback is made of cast iron and has black / pewter patina. It is in a good condition, especially considerin...
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17th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Iron

Louis XIV Style Kingwood, Ormolu, Marble Satinwood Inlaid Bombe Commode 20thC
Located in Big Flats, NY
French Louis XIV Style Kingwood, Ormolu and Satinwood Inlaid Bombay Commode with Green Marble Top 20thC Measures - 32.75"H x 48"W x 19"d A striking Louis XIV style bombe commode craf...
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20th Century French Louis XIV Furniture

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Marble, Ormolu

19th Century Classic Vintage Grand Marble Fireplace Surround
Located in Beervelde, BE
This antique Louis XIV style fireplace chimney piece was made during the 19th century in a red, green marble from the south of France. Measures: 150...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Marble

French Louis XVI style tray top side table, after Zwiener.
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A fine quality French Louis XVI style tray top side table, having wonderful scrolling foliate gilded ormolu mounts to the whole, handles either side and raised on elegant cabriole le...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Ormolu

EARLY 18th CENTURY WALNUT COIN CABINET WITH FINISHES
Located in Firenze, FI
Elegant and refined walnut coin cabinet, enriched with gilded bronze and ebonized wood finishes. The onion-shaped feet are made of ebonized wood, while the corners are adorned with g...
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Early 18th Century Italian Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Bronze

Rare Silver Pocket Sundial and Compass by Michael Butterfield, Paris, circa 1700
Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
A beautiful, rare solid silver Anglo-French octagonal pocket sundial with compass by Michael Butterfield, circa 1700. The sundial is made for a latitude of 44° and could be used in places in the south of France such as Avignon and elsewhere along this parallel. The elaborately engraved base plate has a Roman chapter ring on which the gnomon (a triangular flap) casts its shadow. It is signed by the maker in the following manner: Butterfield A Paris. On one side is a glazed recessed compass with a blued steel hand to position the instrument in such a way that the time can be read. The hinged triangular gnomon is richly engraved and in the shape of a bird’s head. The folding gnomon and cut corners enable the dial to be carried in the pocket. The underside shows the latitudes of various Southern-French places in the relevant areas Its maker Michael Butterfield was an English instrument maker who based himself in 'Le Quay de l'Horloge' of Paris from circa 1685. These types of dials, often replicated by other makers, became known as Butterfield Dials...
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Late 17th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Silver

French 19th Century Louis XIV St. Boulle Cabinet
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A spectacular French 19th century Louis XIV st. ebony, brass and ormolu cabinet, in the manner of A.C. Boulle. The exquisite cabinet is raised by elegant arched shaped supports with ...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Brass, Ormolu

French Louis XIV Messenger Box - Leather Wrapped Wood - France - 17th 18th
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Magnificent Louis XIV period messenger box, late 17th early 18th century. This pretty box is made of leather-covered wood decorated with copper nails on the front and top of the box....
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17th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Leather, Wood

French 18th Century Writing Table
Located in Stockbridge, GA
This writing table is made of walnut with wonderful patine.
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Late 18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Walnut

1820 s Antique French Aubusson Tapestry with Venus and Adonis, 07 00 x 14 06
By François Boucher, Peter Paul Rubens, Francesco Albani
Located in Dallas, TX
77237 Antique French Aubusson Tapestry with Venus and Adonis, 07'00 x 14'06. This magnificent handwoven wool and silk antique French Aubusson tapestry exudes the grandeur and elegance of the Early 19th Century, drawing inspiration from the works of Italian Baroque painter Francesco Albani...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Wool, Silk

18th Century City Palace Fireplace Mantle With Original Grand Wear
Located in Beervelde, BE
Louis XIV period limestone fireplace surround with great wear and extra small proportions. The perfect fireplace for original apartment decoration. This 18th century period piece is ...
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Early 18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Limestone

VINTAGE FRENCH COUNTRY HOUSE LOUIS XVI STYLE BERGERE CARVER DESK OFFiCE CHAIR
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this French Louis XVI farmhouse country style Walnut Bergère office desk chair Please note the delivery fe...
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20th Century French Louis XIV Furniture

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Rattan, Walnut

19th Century French Louis XIV Marble Top Buffet
Located in Dallas, TX
19th century French Louis XIV marble top buffet represents an elegant blend of neoclassical architecture and hand-carved embellishment insp...
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1890s French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Marble, Brass

18th Century French Regence Marble Top Stripped Console
Located in Dallas, TX
18th Century French Regence Marble Top Console is the perfect way to add timeless elegance to your entryway, hall or any niche! Sculpted from old-growth oak and left in a natural wo...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Marble

Lacquer side cabinet after Beurdeley, 1890
Located in Brighton, Sussex
This exquisite late 19th-century French side cabinet showcases a stunning marble top and elegant amboyna veneers. in the manner of Louis- Auguste-Alfred Beudeley, it features intrica...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Griotte Marble, Ormolu

17th Century White Elegant Antique Mantelpiece In French Stone
Located in Beervelde, BE
17th century white, elegant antique fireplace surround in French hard sandstone. The mantelpiece has a rectangular pediment and has a slightly curved detailed decorative frame. The l...
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17th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Stone, Limestone, Sandstone

Two Dogs by The Fountain Dog Painting
Located in Queens, NY
Copy of a vertical dog portrait painting titled "Two Dogs by The Fountain" Showing two hounds relaxing in a garden
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Late 20th Century American Louis XIV Furniture

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Paint

Commode Mazarine, Regence Chest of Drawers, France, Early 18th Century
Located in Greven, DE
Antique chest of drawers - so-called Commode Mazarine France Walnut, burl wood, etc. First half of 18th century. Dimensions: H x W x D: 84 x 115 x 66 cm Description: French Regence chest of drawers...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Walnut, Burl

18th Century Limestone Country Antique Fireplace Mantel
Located in Beervelde, BE
Rustic petite fireplace surround in limestone. A country look is an extra for this item, Early Regency period. The stone has a nice patina. Measures: ...
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Early 18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Stone

Italian, Tuscany, Louis XIV Period Molded Walnut Wall Mirror, early 18th c
Located in Atlanta, GA
constructed entirely of walnut and having multi level molded edges this frame features a gilt painted Fleur de Lis at bottom left, now with a modern mirrorplate
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Early 18th Century Italian Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Walnut

French Bronze Figures Allégorie du Printemps Barbedienne
Located in Newark, England
OPPOSING PAIR OF BRONZE FIGURES Form our Bronze Sculpture collection, we are delighted to offer this French opposing pair of Bronze Figures Allégorie du Printemps by Ferdinand Barb...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Bronze

Early 18th Century Louis XIV Wrought Iron Console w/ Royal Sun King/Fleur-de-Lis
Located in Miami, FL
Palatial Early 18th Century Louis XIV Wrought Iron Console with Royal Sun King & Fleur-de-Lis, 18th Century Louis XIV Wrought Iron Console with Sun King Symbol & Marble Top, Rare Lou...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Breccia Marble, Wrought Iron, Iron

French Cosiness Classic Louis XIV Rose Stone Fireplace Surround
Located in Beervelde, BE
Fine French Louis XIV period, 18th century period, original fireplace surround in a rose Burgundy hard stone/marble with remaining original patina....
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Early 18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Stone

French 18th Century Louis XIV Commode
Located in Stockbridge, GA
This beautiful mid-18th century French commode is made of oak with its original patina. It has original bronze hardware too.
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Mid-18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Oak

18th Century French Louis XIV Bookcase, Vitrine
Located in Dallas, TX
18th Century French Louis XIV Bookcase ~ Bibliotheque is resplendent with artfully sculpted bas relief across its entire facade! This superlative instant family heirloom is sized to sufficiently display almost any prized heirlooms, collection, or library! Hand-crafted from solid old-growth quarter-sawn oak, it boasts a reverse contoured crown with four distinctive tiers. The top tier was carved in French egg...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Glass, Oak

19th Century French Louis XIV Burl Walnut Sideboard
Located in Austin, TX
Step into the grandeur of the 19th Century with this exquisite French Louis XIV Sideboard, a testament to the opulence and splendor of the era. Crafted from luxurious burl walnut, th...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Brass

Pair of 18th Century French Communication Doors
Located in Atlanta, GA
This pair of 18th-century French communication doors displays an elegant blend of craftsmanship and rustic charm. Constructed from solid wood, likely walnut, they feature beautifully...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Walnut

French Norman sideboard in molded and carved oak – late 17th early 18th France
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Wonderful Norman buffet in molded and carved oak opening with four leaves separated by drawers. The doors have a panel decorated with a polylobed reserve surrounded by rocaille motif...
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Late 17th Century French Antique Louis XIV Furniture

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Wood

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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