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Louis Philippe Chairs

LOUIS PHILIPPE STYLE

Known as the “Citizen King,” Louis Philippe reigned from 1830 to the Revolution of 1848 with the support of the upper bourgeoisie. Whereas the monarchs of 18th-century France, including Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI, dictated aesthetics through the decadence of the aristocratic court, Louis Philippe had a more down-to-earth presence. He could be seen walking the streets like an ordinary person, carrying his own umbrella and shaking hands with subjects. Antique Louis Philippe–style furniture reflects a sense of simplicity and the sovereign’s passion for the country’s history, such as his establishment of a Museum of the History of France at Versailles, which had been mostly disused since the French Revolution.

Middle Ages, Gothic and Renaissance design informed a nationalist style that celebrated this heritage, with the hodgepodge of influences becoming prevalent in the homes of the bourgeoisie. Cabinetmakers Guillaume and Jean-Michel Grohé created reproductions of historic pieces for the king as well as royal houses abroad. Louis Philippe commissioned sculptor François Rude to create patriotic monuments that paid tribute to military heroes, while designs for furniture published by Claude-Aimé Chenavard, an ornamentalist who conceived widely loved objects for the Sèvres manufactory, further helped spread a revival of Renaissance style.

The rounded profiles of authentic Louis Philippe tables and chairs were preferred in the apartments rather than palaces being furnished by the affluent middle and upper classes. Ornamentation was minimal on the finely crafted pieces, such as large rectangular mirrors adorned with gold and silver leaf finishes and subdued carvings. The popular Louis Philippe commodes were solidly made with clean lines that showed off the grain of the wood and were often topped with marble surfaces.

Find a collection of antique Louis Philippe seating, dining tables, bedroom furniture and other items on 1stDibs.

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Style: Louis Philippe
Antique chair from around 1900, Northern Europe.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique chair from around 1900, Northern Europe. The piece of furniture is in very good condition, after professional renovation and replacement of the upholstery. Wood: beech dim...
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Early 1900s Norwegian Antique Louis Philippe Chairs

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Beech

Set of Six Italian Carved Walnut Chairs 19th Century Velvet to Replace
Located in Milan, IT
Six Italian Carved Walnut Chairs from the late 1800s with seat to be renewed in green velvet. The six chairs are in good joinery condition, walnut structure is solid, but they need ...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Louis Philippe Chairs

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Velvet, Walnut

Elegant 19th Century Italian Antique Single Chair with Velvet Seat
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Refined italian of the period Louis Philippe chair. The chair made in solid beech wood featuring an arched back and beautiful turned front legs. The seat is covered with refined velv...
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1850s Italian Antique Louis Philippe Chairs

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Velvet, Beech

Rare suite of 12 Louis Philipe period chairs in oak and leather, 19th century
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Rare suite of 12 Louis Philipe period chairs in oak and leather, 19th century leather not original, but still in very good condition, small defects, but no leather deserves to be cha...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Chairs

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Leather, Oak

Louis Philippe Style Pair Of Chairs With Italian Armrests Model King
Located in Prato, Tuscany
Fascinating and rare pair of Italian chairs with armrests model "King" or "Antique Master"; they are made of the best quality walnut; the comfortable backrest has an elaborate and re...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Louis Philippe Chairs

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Linen, Walnut

Pair of 19th Century French Louis Philippe Fruitwood Hall Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Gorgeous transitional pair of 19th century French hall chairs crafted from fruitwood. The chairs are crafted in the Louis Philippe manner and period...
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19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Chairs

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Fabric, Fruitwood

Pair of Louis Philippe Walnut Armchairs, circa 1860
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Louis Philippe carved walnut arm chairs. The upholstered panel back with foliate cresting above arm supports and upholstered panel seat...
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19th Century Italian Antique Louis Philippe Chairs

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Walnut

Louis Philippe Style Chair from 1960s
Located in Premariacco, IT
Louis Philippe style chair in wood with seat upholstered in original period fabric. Small spot on one point of the seat (see photo). For more photos please contact me.
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1960s Italian Vintage Louis Philippe Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

Wooden Chair Louis Philippe Style 19th Century France
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Pretty low chair from the Napoleon III period with a very beautiful turned wooden backrest. This type of chair with a particularly low seat is also calle...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Chairs

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Wood

Pair of Antique French Elmwood Louis Philippe Armchairs, Circa 1840
Located in Dallas, TX
Known as pied en cuisse de grenouille, or “frog leg foot”, this pair of elmwood armchairs has interesting front legs formed by counter curves. Han...
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1840s French Antique Louis Philippe Chairs

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Textile, Wood, Elm

Antique French Louis Philippe Gold Bronze and Rosewood Parlor Chair, circa 1880
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique French Louis Philippe gold bronze and rosewood parlor chair with red and gold upholstery, Circa 1880.
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19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Chairs

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Bronze

Set of Four Italian Chairs Late 19th Century Piedmontese Solid Walnut Chairs
Located in Milan, IT
Four late 19th century Italian walnut chairs, a group of four Piedmontese chairs, solid blond walnut structure, in good condition, hi...
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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Louis Philippe Chairs

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Fabric, Walnut

19th Century Louis Philippe Walnut Desk Chair
Located in West Hollywood, CA
French desk chair, Louis Philippe, circa 1845 Period carved walnut desk chair in excellent condition with cowhide studded seat.
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1840s French Antique Louis Philippe Chairs

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Cowhide, Walnut

Early 20th Century Italian Six Louis Philippe Chairs in Hand-Carved Blond Walnut
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Early 20th century set of six Louis Philippe chairs in hand-carved blond walnut spring seat upholstered in clear green velvet. Upholstery still usable, but we can re-upholster them o...
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Early 20th Century Italian Louis Philippe Chairs

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Walnut, Velvet

Pair of French Gilt Floral Arm Chairs, Circa 1850
Located in Hollywood, SC
Pair of carved wood gilt oval back arm chairs with intertwined articulated floral motif, and terminating on floral corner medallions with fluted bu...
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1850s French Antique Louis Philippe Chairs

French 19th Century Desk Chair
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Handsome 19th century desk chair raised on turned front legs, on original brass casters and saber back legs. Upholstered in original antique faux-le...
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19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Chairs

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Wood

19th Century French Invalid's Mechanical Chair
Located in Hudson, NY
This fine chair made during the reign of Louis Philippe circa 1870 was created from mahogany, bronze and steel. Designed to be a marvel of engineering this chair was a costly and sty...
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19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Chairs

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Bronze, Steel

Pair of French Walnut Foliage and Shell Arm Chairs with Cane Seats C. 1820
Located in Hollywood, SC
Pair of French Walnut foliage and shell arm chairs with original cane backs and seats, leather arms, upholstered seats, and resting on scrolled cabriol...
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1820s French Antique Louis Philippe Chairs

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Upholstery, Cane, Walnut

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Located in Madrid, ES
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19th Century French Walnut and Tapestry Armchair Convertible to Prayer Kneeler
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This rare, carved fruitwood “Prie-Dieu” (prayer chair in French), was crafted in France, circa 1880. The unique, antique chair is easily transformed and can open up to a tall prayer bench. The Louis Philippe kneeler stands on four curved legs with armrests on the sides, it is upholstered with the original needlepoint tapestry with religious motifs, and embellished with decorative brass nailheads. The convertible metamorphic chair to kneeling bench...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Chairs

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19th Century Italian Louis Philippe Antique Pair of Chairs
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
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Louis Philippe chairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Louis Philippe chairs for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Mid-20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage chairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Louis Philippe chairs 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 chairs, popular names associated with this style include Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH, and Louis Philippe. 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 chairs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $499 and tops out at $25,000 while the average work can sell for $2,377.

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