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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
18th Century Louis XIV Italian Gilt Frames Pair of Oval Small Frames From Rome
18th Century Louis XIV Italian Gilt Frames Pair of Oval Small Frames From Rome

18th Century Louis XIV Italian Gilt Frames Pair of Oval Small Frames From Rome

Located in Milano, MI

From Italy Rome, a unique Louis XIV Pair of 1700s Italian Giled Terracotta Frames, they are almost a pair of similar form and age but with slight differences. The two lovely small oval frames were probably made for framing oval miniatures, they are empty now, come from a private Italian collection and can be used as mirrors. They are in good condition consistent with age, they are older than 300 years, with old restorations and minor losses in a few curls and small felures. See, closed-up picture details. It is more common to find these kinds of antique small frames...

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Very Rare French Boulle Marquetry Inlay Cheval Mirror
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Very Rare French Boulle Marquetry Inlay Cheval Mirror

By André-Charles Boulle

Located in London, GB

An extraordinary Boulle Marquetry inlaid cheval mirror in the Louis XIV Manner Constructed from bois noirci and dressed with fire gilded bronze mounts throughout, the surfaces de...

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Antique French Giltwood Mirror, 17th Century Style Ornaments, circa 1930
Antique French Giltwood Mirror, 17th Century Style Ornaments, circa 1930

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Antique French mirror, circa 1930. Giltwood frame with ornaments in the "Berain" style, famous French 17th century ornamentalist (Jean Berain, 1640-1711). Re-gilding to the leaf pati...

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Antique Louis XIV Style Mirror in Carton-Pierre, circa 1900
Antique Louis XIV Style Mirror in Carton-Pierre, circa 1900

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Located in Paris, FR

Rare, french antique Louis XIV style mirror, late 19th century. Antique frame Louis XIV style in carton-pierre (Pulped paper and glue invented in 19th century as a substitute for stu...

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French Mahogany Paladin Ormolu Cheval Mirror.  Circa 1790
French Mahogany Paladin Ormolu Cheval Mirror.  Circa 1790

French Mahogany Paladin Ormolu Cheval Mirror. Circa 1790

Located in Charleston, SC

French mahogany paladin cheval mirror with gilt ormolu mounts, side columns, and terminating on scrolled legs with the original brass casters, Late 18th Century. Mirror retains the ...

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Find a broad range of unique Louis XIV more mirrors 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 more mirrors created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include mirrors, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, glass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Louis XIV more mirrors made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Italy pieces for sale on 1stDibs. 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 more mirrors differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $1,160 and tops out at $108,395 while the average work can sell for $3,112.