French Victorian Furniture
Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Paintings
Giltwood
Antique 19th Century French Victorian Loveseats
Upholstery, Wicker
Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Paintings
Paint
Antique 19th Century French Victorian Armchairs
Fabric, Tapestry, Bamboo
Antique 19th Century French Victorian Decorative Boxes
Porcelain
Antique 19th Century French Victorian Decorative Boxes
Bronze
Antique 19th Century French Victorian Paintings
Paint
20th Century French Victorian Paintings
Paint
Antique 19th Century French Victorian Armchairs
Fabric, Velvet
Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Paintings
Paper
Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Inkwells
Bronze
Antique 19th Century French Victorian Armchairs
Upholstery, Velvet, Rosewood
Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Paintings
Paint
Antique 19th Century French Victorian Settees
Upholstery, Faux Bamboo
Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Pillows and Throws
Antique 19th Century French Victorian Lanterns
Porcelain
Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Pillows and Throws
Wool
Antique Mid-19th Century French Victorian Center Tables
Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian More Dining and Entertaining
Porcelain
20th Century French Victorian Armchairs
Upholstery
Antique 19th Century French Victorian Tray Tables
Silver
Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Decorative Boxes
Silver
Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Decorative Boxes
Bronze
Antique 1890s French Late Victorian Wall-mounted Sculptures
Porcelain
Antique 19th Century French Victorian Paintings
Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Decorative Boxes
Crystal
Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Settees
Bamboo
Antique 19th Century French Victorian Sideboards
Bronze
Antique 19th Century French Victorian Cabinets
Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Decorative Boxes
Bronze
Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Bookcases
Bronze
20th Century French Victorian Settees
Upholstery
Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Wall Mirrors
Giltwood
20th Century French Victorian Armchairs
Bamboo
Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Jars
Porcelain
20th Century French Victorian Pedestals
Fabric
Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Easels
Silver
20th Century French Victorian Paintings
Paint
20th Century French Victorian Paintings
Paint
Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Settees
Giltwood
20th Century French Victorian Figurative Sculptures
Paint
20th Century French Victorian Figurative Sculptures
Paint
Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Paintings
Silver
Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Table Mirrors
Silver
Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Scientific Instruments
Glass
Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Vitrines
Bronze
Antique 19th Century French Victorian Decorative Boxes
Bronze
Antique 19th Century French Victorian Pitchers
Silver
Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Table Mirrors
Bronze
20th Century French Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants
Bronze
Antique 19th Century Victorian Planters and Jardinieres
Wood
Antique 19th Century French Victorian Rocking Chairs
Bamboo, Upholstery
20th Century French Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Giltwood
Antique 19th Century French Victorian Tobacco Accessories
Bronze
20th Century French Victorian Candlesticks
Porcelain
Antique 1860s English Late Victorian Mantel Clocks
Rosewood
Antique 19th Century French Victorian Paintings
Paper
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Chaise Longues
Velvet, Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Bird Cages
Walnut, Wood
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French Victorian Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a French Victorian Furniture?
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Victorian furniture often features dark woods with ornate carvings, heavy luxurious fabrics and often features natural images. Painted and gilded accents add to the luxe feel. From 1830 to 1890, during the reign of Queen Victoria, this very ornate style was popular with a great mix of other styles. Shop a collection of Victorian furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024To tell if furniture is Victorian, look for a maker's mark or stamp on the piece. Not all pieces will be marked, but if yours is, you can begin identifying your furniture by researching the maker using trusted online resources. The Victorian era lasted roughly from the 1830s to the 1890s, and its furniture style spread from the UK to Europe and the United States. If the maker of your furniture was active during that time frame and produced pieces similar to yours, then it is likely to be Victorian. If you cannot locate the mark, you'll need to understand the characteristics of Victorian furniture to assess your piece. Victorian furniture is usually regal, ornate and luxurious and often features curved lines and stately proportions, floral or geometric carvings and inlays, richly colored woods and highly detailed embellishments. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also help you determine what period your furniture is from. Shop a diverse assortment of Victorian furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 7, 2024To identify Victorian furniture, look closely at the details. Victorian furniture is regal, ornate and luxurious. Growing out of the earlier Gothic and Louis XV styles, it came into its own in the mid-1800s, during the reign of Queen Victoria in England. Some key characteristics of furniture from the period include curved lines and stately proportions, floral and geometric patterns, highly detailed embellishments and the use of rich, often exotic woods. If you are unsure whether a particular piece is Victorian, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can assist you. Find a wide range of Victorian furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024The difference between Eastlake and Victorian furniture is that one style is a reaction to the other. The Victorian era began with the ascension of Queen Victoria to the throne in 1837. During the period, furniture makers created highly ornate pieces with ornamental details, such as intricate carvings of floral and animal motifs, and plush upholstery. The period also saw the start of the mass production of furniture. In 1868, Charles Eastlake published a book on design that criticized the Victorian style as overly ornamental and urged a return to traditional handcrafting. His work inspired the Eastlake style. Eastlake furniture tends to be understated and has fewer decorative embellishments and more angular lines. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of Eastlake and Victorian furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Some popular French furniture styles of the 19th century include Directoire, Empire and Restoration. The Regency style popular from 1715 to 1730 is also well known. Many styles share their names with the monarchs who ruled during the period. Examples include the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI styles. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of French furniture.
- What is French furniture called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024French furniture is usually just called French furniture in English. In French, someone might say "les meubles français," which translates directly to "French furniture." However, there are names for furniture styles inspired by the furniture produced in France. French Provincial is the name for pieces made in or inspired by craftsmen from the Loire Valley or in Lyon. Furniture produced in this style often shows off scalloped carvings and curving cabriole legs. French royal furniture is the general term for furnishings made for the monarchs of France or inspired by these pieces. An example is Louis XVI furniture, which often includes clean lines and carved details such as scrolls and acanthus flourishes that were inspired by ancient Greece and Rome. Find a wide variety of French furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To know if your French furniture is provincial, examine its decorative flourishes. Provincial furniture often showed off a white painted finish with gold gilt accents. Many pieces feature carvings depicting mythological subjects or floral motifs. On 1stDibs, find a collection of expertly vetted French provincial furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023In French, the term for a writing desk that often featured a drop-down writing surface is secretaire. This type of desk is called a secretary desk in English. Simply put, a secretary desk is a multifunctional piece of furniture with a hinged writing surface that folds open or drops down. When the leaf is folded out, small inner storage compartments, which are called pigeonholes, cubbies, recesses or drawers, are revealed. On 1stDibs, shop antique secretary desks from some of the world's top sellers.
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