Louis XVI Drawings
LOUIS XVI STYLE
Reflecting the final era of royal opulence before the upheaval of the French Revolution, antique Louis XVI furniture features more angular shapes than the Rococo curves of the Louis XV style, harkening back to the imposing grandeur of Louis XIV.
Dating between 1750 and 1800, an era that overlapped with the last king of France whose reign was cut short by the guillotine, Louis XVI furniture, known as the goût grec, is emblematic of the neoclassical revision that French furniture underwent during the second half of the 18th century.
Authentic Louis XVI furniture characteristics include clean lines and carved details such as scrolls and acanthus flourishes that were inspired by ancient Greece and Rome. This was informed by a burgeoning interest in antiquity in the 18th century, owing to new archaeological excavations at sites including Pompeii and Herculaneum. It largely eclipsed the more East Asian–influenced ornamentation of Louis XV for something more geometric and symmetrical.
The Louis XVI style was defined by what was being created for the palatial rooms at Versailles and Fontainebleau, particularly for the queen, with cabinetmaker Jean-Henri Riesener being a favorite of Marie-Antoinette’s for his luxurious pieces accented with gilded bronze and marquetry. Furniture maker Jean-Baptiste-Claude Sené was also a major designer of the period, with his pieces for the royal residences adorned with giltwood and neoclassical touches like tapered columns for chair legs and laurel leaf carvings. Cabinetmaker Adam Weisweiler occasionally incorporated into his furniture porcelain panels produced by Sèvres, a popular manufacturer of European ceramics that served the crown with serveware, vases and other decorative objects.
Find a collection of antique Louis XVI seating, tables, cabinets and other furniture on 1stDibs.
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Style: Louis XVI
Large Framed Etching of Versailles – Vue Particulière de la Chapelle du Château
Located in Montreal, Quebec
Large framed French Etching of Versailles – Vue Particulière de la Chapelle du Château de Versailles
Pair available on the Versailles Theme. From Mis en Demeure, Paris.
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18th Century French Aubusson Gouache Cartoon of a Courting Scene in Gilt Frame
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Large Framed French Etching of Versailles, Le Bassin d’Encelade
Located in Montreal, Quebec
Large Framed French Etching of Versailles – Le Bassin d’Encelade
Pair of Versailles themed prints available.
From Mis en Demeure, Paris.
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18th Century French Aubusson Tapestry Gouache on Paper with Frame and Glass
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a wall with this colorful, antique Aubusson drawing cartoon. Created in the city of Aubusson, France circa 1780 and set in a carved frame with gilt trim and protected with g...
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19th Century "Thoronet Abbey" Watercolor Drawing on Paper from the 18th Century
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19th century "Thoronet Abbey" watercolor drawing on paper from the 18th century.
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Louis Xvi drawings for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Louis XVI drawings for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Late 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage drawings created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include wall decorations and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with paper, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Louis XVI drawings made in a specific country, there are Europe, and France pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original drawings, popular names associated with this style include Aubusson Manufacture, and Jean François Forty. 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 drawings differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $431 and tops out at $2,600 while the average work can sell for $1,100.
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