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Louis XV Furniture

LOUIS XV STYLE

The style of 18th-century French furniture was guided by the court. When Louis XV, who reigned from 1715–74, focused royal life on the smaller salons of Versailles rather than its grand chambers, it transformed the aesthetics away from the imposing and angular furniture that characterized the style of Louis XIV. A broader focus on comfort and more delicate forms define antique Louis XV furniture, with nature-inspired carvings, wood inlays, curved cabriole legs, asymmetrical shapes and rounded oval seat backs. The furnishings changed throughout the king’s life, as he ascended to the throne as a child and then grew to establish his own tastes.

Pieces like the bergère, an upholstered armchair with a wide cushion that fit the flowing dresses in fashion at the time, reflected this more informal court. Introduced at the start of Louis XV’s reign, bergère chairs in this style were deeper and broader than other chairs of the period.

Louis XV tapestries and carpets tended to be floral and colorful, and design elements were borrowed from Asia. Dutch-born cabinetmaker Bernard van Risenburgh brought lacquer techniques influenced by Japan and China into his luxuriously made furniture. Along with its fine details, the furniture of the era also featured new innovations including mechanical devices. Jean François Oeben, a royal cabinetmaker, created such intricate pieces as a mechanical table for Madame de Pompadour, Louis XV’s mistress. It involved a sliding top and a writing surface that extended from its marquetry panels.

During the later years of Louis XV’s reign, there was a shift from the ostentatious rocaille style, part of the exuberantly decorative Rococo movement in Europe for which designers such as Nicolas Pineau and Juste-Aurèle Meissonier are known. The style under Louis XVI would return to boxier forms, but with a neoclassical touch inspired by the ancient world.

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Style: Louis XV
French Louis XV Floral Mantel Clock
Located in Queens, NY
French Louis XV style (19th Cent) bronze dore and porcelain floral decorated mantel clock with four 18th Century style figures and cupids (Balthazar) *Not working
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Bronze

Pair of Louis XV Style 3-Light Bronze Sconces, French, circa 1960
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of Louis XV style wall sconces is made of bronze sconces. These wall lights have 3-light. They were made in France, circa 1960.
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1960s French Vintage Louis XV Furniture

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Bronze

French Louis XV Style Bergère with Carved Frame
Located in Buchanan, NY
This elegant French Louis XV style armchair features an ornately carved wooden frame that is finished in a beautifully antiqued white patina that contrasts the rich gray upholstery w...
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1940s French Vintage Louis XV Furniture

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Fabric, Wood

Paint Decorated Continental Italian Foyer Cabinet Console Table Buffet
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
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1950s Italian Vintage Louis XV Furniture

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Walnut

Italian 19th Century Louis XV St. Giltwood Mirror
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A wonderful Italian 19th century Louis XV st. giltwood mirror. The original mirror plate is framed within a fine mottled border with carved acanthus leaves and floral reserves. Above...
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19th Century Italian Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Mirror, Giltwood

18th Century French Hand Carved Walnut Writing Table with Two Drawers Louis XV
Located in Sofia, BG
18th century French hand carved walnut writing table with two side drawers resting on curved decorated legs. The table is in it authentic condition with no restorations made. The con...
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Mid-18th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Walnut

A French Louis XV style carved and giltwood mirror C 1940.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A French Louis XV style carved and giltwood mirror C 1940. This mirror retains its original finish and is in fantastic condition ready to be hung on your wall.
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1940s French Vintage Louis XV Furniture

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Mirror, Wood

Gilt-Bronze Cartel Clock and Barometer Set by Lerolle Frères
Located in London, GB
Gilt-bronze cartel clock and Barometer set by Lerolle Frères French, c. 1860 Measures: Barometer: height 71cm, width 43cm, depth 15cm Clock: height 7...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Enamel, Ormolu

Arhaus Louis XV Style Loveseat or Sofa with Neutral Contrasting Seat Cushion
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Vintage French Louis XV style Arhaus Charlotte Collection sofa or couch featuring lovely and immaculate upholstery and classic carved wood frame. Beautiful contrasting original immac...
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1990s American Louis XV Furniture

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Upholstery, Wood

Lovely Oval Shaped Giltwood Framed Mirror
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Lovely oval shaped giltwood framed mirror with carved and gilded tied ribbon bow at top center; French, 20th century.
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20th Century French Louis XV Furniture

Fine Pair of French 19th Century Marble and Gilt Bronze-Mounted Flambeaux Urns
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A fine pair of French 19th century Rouge-Royal marble and figural gilt bronze-mounted flambeaux urns surmounted with four ormolu figures of dolphins supporting the center urn with th...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Marble, Bronze

Fancy Louis XV Carved and Painted Wood Console with Bevelled Marble Top
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Heavily carved ornate gold painted Louis XV console table having thick bevelled marble top.
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1940s French Vintage Louis XV Furniture

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Marble

19th Century, Louis XV Revival Ormolu-Mounted Bonheur Du Jour by Diehl
Located in London, by appointment only
Highly important and palatial Napoleon III Louis XV Revival Ormolu-Mounted Marquetry Bonheur Du Jour by Charles Guillaume Diehl, Designed by Jean Brandely, The Marquetry by E. Varlot, Paris. The rarity & importance of this magnificent piece cannot be overstated, it is without question one of the finest examples you will see. Originally commissioned for European nobility as a statement of love and marital grandeur. Incorporating the finest & rarest veneers and timbers of the time, including Harewood, Thuya, Purpleheart, palm wood and tulipwood. The beautifully shaped ormolu gallery on the top, gracefully curving outwards inset with fretted heart shapes highlight the incredible attention to detail that flow throughout this majestic piece. The upper section set either side with ormolu mounted fluted pilasters, aside two doors both individually set with masculine & feminine central marquetry panels of the most supreme quality, as you would expect from the master E. Varlot. The colors incorporated in the inlay are outstanding to behold, simply perfection. Opening to reveal the double top & bottom lock, engraved with Diehl's mark and address. Internally veneered in Rosewood of the richest color with one shelf. With two drawers below the doors, both veneered on the inside with Sycamore, one fitted for inkwells. The ormolu edged writing flap again centrally set with both a male & female figure now seated, holding hands with the lady holding a Mandoline, a true sign of happiness & love. The writing flap opening to reveal the original richly tooled velvet leather surface. The stand with one central frieze drawer, again lined inside with rosewood and with a top and bottom lock. On ormolu-mounted fluted legs. This grand Museum Quality masterpiece is in excellent condition for its age. Charles Guillaume Diehl (1811-1885) was of Germanic origins, he is considered among the most important & influential of cabinetmakers of the 19th century. He was born in Steinbach, Germany later moving to France, establishing his atelier in Paris in 1840, at the 3, Rue de Thorigny and then at the 170, Rue Saint...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Ormolu

Italian 19th Century Gilt Living Room Suite with a Sofà and Pair of Armchairs
Located in Rome, IT
This extraordinary and finely carved five piece suite comprising of one sofa, two armchairs and two single chairs with original gilding. It's part of an eleven piece s salon set pub...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Giltwood

Pair of Louis XV Style High Back Lounge or Wing Chairs
Located in Manhasset, NY
A pair of Louis XV style high back lounge or wing chairs. This pair of finely carved solid wooden Lounge Chairs would make a statement in any...
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Mid-20th Century French Louis XV Furniture

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Wood

20th Century French Louis XV Carved Walnut and Cane Desk Armchair
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a study or office with this elegant vintage armchair. Crafted in Provence, France, circa 1990, the chair stands on cabriole legs decorated with leaf motifs at the shoulders,...
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Late 20th Century French Louis XV Furniture

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Cane, Walnut

Pair of French Louis XV Style Fauteuils, circa 1940
Located in Locust Valley, NY
A pair of French upholstered Louis XV style fauteuils with brass nailhead trim, circa 1940.
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Mid-20th Century French Louis XV Furniture

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Brass

A fine set of 10 19th century original gilt Louis XV oval back side chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
A fine set of 10 19th century French Louis XV hand carved and gilt oval back side chairs after a design by George Jacob. All original gilding . Recovered
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Giltwood

A Pair of 18th C. Ormolu Mounted Meissen Porcelain Sheep, Modeled by Kändler
Located in New York, NY
A Rare Pair of 18th C. Ormolu Mounted Meissen Porcelain Sheep, Modeled by Kändler. A delightful pair of Meissen porcelain sheep figurines, expertly mo...
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1740s German Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Bronze

Bronze and Baccarat crystal French chandelier in the style of Louis XV
Located in SON EN BREUGEL, NL
A beautiful French chandelier with 8 lights around the chandelier. With original dark patina. 'Cage' form; With 12 scrolled candle arms and 4 main 'cage' arms. On the 'cage' arms the...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Furniture

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Crystal, Bronze

Pair of Painted Bombe Marble-Top Chests or Commodes by John Widdicomb
Located in Manhasset, NY
John Widdicomb made in England pair of painted Bombe marble-top chests. Each chest with oak secondaries in the Louis XV Fashion having painted leaf, vine and scroll design on an off-...
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Mid-20th Century Louis XV Furniture

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Wood

Antique French Ebonized Louis XV Style Commode Completely Restored c1800's
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique French Ebonized Louis XV Style Commode or French Dresser that just came out of our Restoration department and is ready for immediate delivery. Our Antique Ebonized French Commode...
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1880s French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Marble, Brass, Bronze

French 19th Century Gilt Bronze and Pink Porcelain Carriage Clock
Located in London, GB
A carriage clock in the Louis XV manner The ornate and shaped gilt bronze case having putti at the angles, surmounted by two winged putti, one proffering a laurel wreath; dressed ...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Bronze

Pair of French Country Louis XV Style Nightstands
Located in Winter Park, FL
A pair of Louis XV style Country French side tables or nightstands made of solid walnut, with pierced heart shaped cut-outs on the sides. Open niche with hidden dovetailed drawer bel...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Furniture

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Walnut

Late 19th Century French Regence Style Marble Top Side Table
Located in Dallas, TX
Topped by a lovely light green and white marble top, this Regence style side table was hand carved in France during the late 1800s. The circular marble is inset into the wood base an...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Marble

French Louis XV Secretary Desk, 1760
Located in Belmont, MA
Step back in time with our exquisite 18th-century Louis XV Secretary Desk, a true masterpiece of French craftsmanship. This elegant piece of history...
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1760s French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Mahogany

19th Century Fine French Classic Grey Antique Apartment Fireplace Surround
Located in Beervelde, BE
A fine and small Turquin Bleu marble fireplace surround in perfect condition perfect for a fine bespoke French style Classic room. Measures: 148 cm EW 58.27". 111 cm EH 43.70". 1...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Marble

French Country Oakwood Carved Cabinet/Sideboard, circa Late 18th Century
Located in Houston, TX
Rustic and handsome oak cabinet with original lock and keys having Three drawers and two doors that open for great storage. Original Finish with lovely patina. Hand carving with fo...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Oak

Ormolu And Sevres Style Porcelain Three Piece Mantel Clock Garniture Set
Located in Cypress, CA
Exceptional Late 19th Century French Louis XV Style ormolu and Sevres style porcelain 3 piece clock garniture set Dial marked: Richond / Boult. / Montmartre 21 Paris; Movement marke...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Ormolu

French Louis XV Style Black Chinoiserie Commode
Located in Queens, NY
French Louis XV style (20th Century) black lacquered Chinoiserie decorated commode with a bombe shape and 4 drawers with bronze trim.
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20th Century French Louis XV Furniture

Set 8 Dark Mahogany French Louis XVI Style Dining Chairs Balloon Backs
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
These are a fantastic set of 8 Louis XVI style mahogany diing chairs. The chairs feature superb clean backs and original upholstery which will show wear and abraisions and damage. Th...
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1950s French Vintage Louis XV Furniture

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Mahogany

Baker Collector's Edition Brass Bound Leather Top Louis XV Bureau Plat
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
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1980s American Vintage Louis XV Furniture

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Bronze

French Louis XV style marble fireplace
Located in Brussel, BE
Reproduction of 18 century French Louis XV marble fireplace. The frieze is decorated on its center by a carved cartouche, surrounded ...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Marble

Gorgeous French Louis XV Carved Walnut Side Table or Desk with Gold Gilt
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Very rare French Louis XV table with original gold gilt paint. Multi functional versatlle stunning accent table, side table or focal point that ...
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1880s French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Walnut, Giltwood

Pair of French Louis XV Style Silver Leaf Stools with Carved Cross Stretcher
Located in Atlanta, GA
This pair of French Louis XV style silver leaf upholstered stools from the early 20th century features muslin covered seats over nicely scalloped skirts with central carved motifs. This exquisite pair of French Louis XV style stools, dating from the early 20th century, perfectly encapsulates the elegance and grace of its period. Each stool is adorned with muslin-covered seats that gracefully complement the scalloped skirts below, each featuring a central carved motif that adds depth and beauty to the design. The stools stand proudly on four cabriole legs, each detailed with intricate volutes at the knees, showcasing the meticulous craftsmanship of the era. Connecting the legs of each stool, exquisitely carved cross...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Furniture

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Silver

19th Century French Ormolu Mounted Sevres Style Porcelain Mantle Clock c.1870
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV style mantel clock, a captivating piece fashioned from Sevres style porcelain and adorned with ormolu accents. Atop the clock rests a striking 'b...
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1870s French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Bronze, Enamel, Ormolu

Vintage French Louis XV Style Carved Wall Hanging Mirror
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions- H: 52 1/4 in W: 30 1/2 in D: 1 1/4 in This vintage Louis XV style carved accent wall hanging mirror is truly a luxurious piece that will bring a sense of luxury and char...
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20th Century Unknown Louis XV Furniture

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Mirror, Wood

Antique Louis XV Style Claw Footed Marble Side Tables Nightstands, A Pair
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Pair of Tall Antique Louis XV Style Claw Footed Marble Side Tables Nightstands...
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Mid-20th Century Louis XV Furniture

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Marble

Louis XV style folding screen decorated with hunting scene, pockets for letters
Located in Gorssel, GE
Decorative Louis XV style folding screen decorated with a bustling hunting scene, painted on leather, topped with a thick layer of varnish, mounted with gilt brass appliqués. Made ar...
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1890s European Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Brass

A rare pair of Louis XV gilt bronze candlesticks signed P. Gouthiere
Located in Charlottesville, VA
A rare pair of Louis XV gilt bronze candlesticks signed P. Gouthiere. Richly adorned with a foliage relief design with a wide stem and cup shaped tops. Each marked: Fait parGouthiere...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Bronze

Louis XV Commode After Charles Cressent
Located in BARSAC, FR
Superb Louis XV commode in the style of Charles Cressent, in floral marquetry in rosewood frames; exceptional ornamentation of very finely chiseled gilt bronze; beautiful veined whit...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Furniture

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Marble, Ormolu

Louis XV Style Upholstered Bench
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Bench, having crown seat upholstered with sculpted chenille leopard fabric, raised on delicately carved apron and cabriole legs. Stock ID: D6720
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Early 20th Century Italian Louis XV Furniture

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Upholstery, Wood

French 19th Century Louis XV Style Ebonized Wood and Gilt Bronze-Mounted Desk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A fine French 19th century Louis XV style ebonized wood and gilt bronze-mounted figural bureau plat (desk) with three drawers and leather top. The shaped rectangular top enclosing a ...
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Bronze

Louis XV Style French Crystal and Brass Sconces, a Pair
Located in Winter Park, FL
A pair of Louis XV style French Art Deco Period cast brass three light crystal sconces a variety of large cut crystal prisms and pendalogues with rosettes. Good quality heavy casting...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Furniture

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Crystal, Brass

Hand-Paint Decorated Gilded Venetian Italian Wall Mirror, circa 1940
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
For customers that require professional insured delivery we are proud to have teamed up with a nationwide professional delivery company that will assist with coordinating your delive...
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1940s Italian Vintage Louis XV Furniture

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Beech

An 18th Century Mercury Gilt Bronze Stoup and Photo Frame.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
An 18th century mercury gilt bronze stoup and photo frame. An 18th century mercury gilt bronze stoup and photo frame, Louis XV. H: 31cm, W: 20cm, D: 4cm
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18th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Bronze

A French 19th-20th C. Louis XV Gilt Bronze-Mounted Table, Manner François Linke
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very fine French 19th/20th century Louis XV style oval gilt bronze-mounted mahogany, walnut and satinwood veneered parquetry occasional center table fitted with a frieze drawer, in...
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Early 1900s French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Bronze

Mid Century Louis XV Bombe Hand-Carved Paint Decorated Marble-Top Desk & Chair
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Beautiful five-drawer desk with hand carvings (see thumbnail photos) and paint decorated in the Louis XV style. Top quality workmanship in every phase. Original matching chair with this desk that is finished on all sides and can be placed in the middle of a room, bombe on all sides. Serpentine marble top...
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1950s American Vintage Louis XV Furniture

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Marble

Louis XV Style Painted Chest of Drawers
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Handsome two-drawer Louis XV style chest. Both drawers are accented with an antique white and black stripe.
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20th Century Italian Louis XV Furniture

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Wood

Early 19th Century French Walnut Door
Located in Winter Park, FL
A 19th Century Louis XV style walnut door from the Loire Valley. This two sided interior door is made of thick planks of solid walnut with hand carved scroll decoration typical of th...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Iron

Very Large French Louis XV Style Ormolu Mantel Clock
Located in London, GB
Very large French Louis XV style ormolu mantel clock French, circa 1880 Measures: Height 98cm, width 50cm, depth 27cm This fine 19th century clock is unusually large, standing a...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Ormolu, Bronze

Mantel Clock 18th Century Louis XV Period by Gavelle Le Paris
Located in Warsaw, PL
Antique French portico clock in Louis XVI style signed on the dial Gavelle Le, Rue aux Ours. This 18th c. style marble clock is composed of two columns in a shape of a obelisks in white marble and a statue of Goddess...
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18th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Marble, Bronze

Rare 18th century gilded wood mirror, Italy
Located in NICE, FR
Magnificent Italian gilded wood mirror with mercury glass. It is decorated with a naval anchor on the pediment and a scallop shell at the top. The falls...
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Mid-18th Century Italian Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Glass, Giltwood

Luxury Set Antique French Andirons Firedogs
Located in Oostvoorne, NL
Beautiful set of antique French brass firebombs. The details on these items are just stunning.  
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19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Brass

Italian Late 19th Century Louis XV St. Glass and Tole Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A very unique and attractive Italian late 19th century Louis XV st. glass and tole chandelier. This twelve light chandelier has a tole inverted blossom finial base with leaves and a central glass pendant. Six scrolled lighted arms are decorated with glass beads, tole leaves...
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19th Century Italian Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Metal

19th Century French Louis XV Carved Walnut Wall Estanier Shelf from Provence
Located in Dallas, TX
This beautifully carved, antique fruitwood "Estanier" (aka Provencal hanging shelf), was crafted in Southern France, circa 1880. (An Estanier was originally used as a hanging shelf t...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Velvet, Walnut

Impressive French Provincial Walnut Buffet-a-Deux-Corps/Cabinet
Located in San Francisco, CA
In two pieces, the dramatic arching crest above a two-door cabinet resting on a base fitted with two short drawers over 2 doors.
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Mid-18th Century French Antique Louis XV Furniture

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Walnut

A Louis XIV-XV Transitional Style Giltwood Carved Wall Console with Marble Top
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Louis XIV-XV Transitional Style Giltwood Carved Wall Console with Marble Top. The three-drawer apron wall-mounting console table with gilt-bronze pull handles, rounded corners and ...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Louis XV Furniture

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Marble, Bronze

Louis Xv furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Louis XV 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 case pieces and storage cabinets, tables, seating and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Louis XV 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 François Linke, Baker Furniture Company, La Maison London, and Jean-Baptiste Greuze. 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 $30 and tops out at $1,353,646 while the average work can sell for $4,763.

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