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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Louis VX Bergere Lounge Chair w/ Matching Ottoman Green & White Upholstery MINT!
By Hickory Chair Furniture Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Louis VX Bergere Lounge Chair w/ Matching Ottoman Green & White Upholstery MINT!
Upholstery
19th C. French Louis XV Provençal Painted Walnut Duchesse Brisée Chaise Longue
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant antique French Louis XV Provençal Duchesse Brisée was crafted in Provence circa 1880 and is composed of three separate elements: two bergère armchairs and a central conn...
Fabric, Walnut
French Louis XV Beechwood Duchesse Brisee Chaise by P. Remy ca. 1765
Located in Shippensburg, PA
LOUIS XV PERIOD CHAISE LONGUE (OR DUCHESSE BRISÉE) Executed by Pierre Rémy (French, 1724-1798) Carved beechwood, upholstery Stamped P * REMY four times 39 1/8" H x 16 3/4" H (to s...
Upholstery, Beech
$4,641Sale Price|20% Off
18th Century French Louis XV Chaise Longue, Known as "Duchesse"
Located in Leimen, DE
This exquisite 18th-century chaise longue, often referred to as a "Duchesse", exemplifies the grace and sophistication of the Louis XV period. With its elegant curves and classic des...
Walnut
Mid19th Century English Victorian Chaise Longue Méridienne in the Louis XV Taste
Located in London, GB
This elegant chaise longue was possibly commissioned in the mid 19th century England, influenced by continental style of the time where Louis XV revival is in vogue with its gentle f...
Fabric, Damask, Silk, Upholstery, Wood
Louis XV Style Giltwood Chaise Longue
Located in Pembroke, MA
Elegant French Louis XV style giltwood chaise longue, with nicely-carved flower cartouches on the head and foot, floral carvings on the seat rail and other rococo ornaments. Upholstered in lovely silk lampas fabric...
Gesso, Silk, Upholstery, Giltwood
French Louis XV Style '19th-20th Century' Gilt Chaise Longue
Located in Queens, NY
French Louis XV style '19th-20th Century' gilt chaise longue with white damask upholstery and cushion.
Damask, Giltwood
19th Century French Louis XV Chaise Longue with Floral Upholstery
Located in Queens, NY
French Louis XV-style (19th Century) walnut chaise with gold trim and pink/green floral upholstery Good condition
Gold
Circa 1880 Italian Giltwood LXV Style Chaise Longue
Located in London, Park Royal
This wonderfully elegant Chaise Longue, Circa 1880 is from Tuscany, Italy. Finely carved in the LXV style, it includes an armrest on one side which adds the piece's overall form and ...
Gold Leaf
Louis XV Style Gilt Chaise Longues Lounge Sofa Gold Silk Upholstery
Located in West Hartford, CT
Elegant gilt chaise lounge with Scalamandre laurel wreath silk upholstery that is a couple of years old only. Very rich and luxurious looking. Down cushion.
Fabric, Textile, Cotton, Silk, Wood, Giltwood
$5,859Sale Price|38% Off
French Louis XV Style Green-Lacquered and Parcel Giltwood Carved Chaise Lounge
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A French Louis XV Style Green-Lacquered and Parcel Giltwood Carved Chaise Lounge Armchair. The rounded backrest carved and caned frame in the shape of an extended armchair, with an e...
Cane, Giltwood
18th Century LouisXV Duchesse Chaise with New Upholstery
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
18th Century LouisXV Duchesse Chaise with New Upholstery. Gorgeous piece. See detailed pics.
Hardwood
Pair of Tortoise Shell Lounge Chairs/ Marquis by Theodore Alexander, Fauteuils
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of Tortoise Shell Lounge Chairs/ Marquis by Theodore Alexander, Fauteuils A stunning pair of Louis XV Style Large Arm or Lounge Chairs by Theodore Alexander. Each having tortoi...
Fabric, Wood
French Louis XV Style Winged Bergere and Matching Ottoman
Located in Dallas, TX
A French Louis XV style winged bergere with a matching ottoman all with a charming painted finish of cream and light blue.
$5,800 / set
Louis XV Painted Duchesse Brisee A' Oreilles
Located in Essex, MA
With arched back and removable wings and upholstered back with down cushion seat, molded carved arms , raised on cabriole legs with accompanying bench. Both ensuite. Formerly part of...
Beech
19th Century French Louis XV Carved Walnut Caned Chaise Lounge
Located in Dallas, TX
Create an elegant seating area in a bedroom, dressing room, or living room with this antique Louis XV style chaise longue. Crafted in France circa 1890, the walnut daybed features a ...
Cane, Walnut
$6,800 / set
French Three-Piece Carved Walnut Duchesse Brisee
Located in Dallas, TX
A French three-piece carved walnut duchesse brisee in a transitional style mixing Louis XV and Louis XVl elements together. Two Bergeres and one ottoman.
Italian Chaise Longue silk
Located in Long Island, NY
Italian Chaise Longue .Elegant and Timeless. Beautiful Reds and Gold Colors in Silk .
Silk
$7,800
H 37 in W 87 in D 28.75 in
Large Italian Neoclassical Giltwood Récamier Settee in Scalamandré Tiger Velvet
Located in Nashville, TN
And of unusual ( rare ) large dimensions. Matching bolsters for each end. Well worn gilt and paint finish and losses to frame. Well worn paint and gilded finish. Oxidation to the gi...
Giltwood
19th Century Louis XVI Style Settee
Located in Belmont, MA
Elaborate Louis XVI style settee, finely carved pearwood. Straight back crowned with wreath, upholstered seat and back, ending on round tapered baluster legs. Originally the settee b...
Pearwood
French Provincial Chaise Lounge Settee, Fabric, Louis XV Style, France
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This elegant French provincial chaise lounge settee, crafted in the Louis XV style, features graceful curves, carved details, and a ref...
Fabric
$3,900
H 32 in W 69 in D 37 in
Mid-Century Italian Post Modern Sculptural Chaise Lounge in Art Deco Form
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An incredibly designed chaise lounge from Italy circa 1990's. It features quality construction with a stacked art deco form.
Fabric
Upholstered Daybed Chaise Longues
Located in Sheffield, MA
Graceful and inviting, the recamier chaise with arched back and rolled arm. The fainting couch is upholstered but it does show some ware. Although made in the Victorian period, it ...
Upholstery
19th century William IV carved mahogany chaise longue
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century William IV carved mahogany chaise longue circa 1835. Fine quality late William IV chaise longue, one of the most elegant you will find of it's type. Profusely hand car...
Fabric, Mahogany
Neo-classical style chaise longue, France ca. 1990
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Exuding timeless refinement and grand European charm, this elegant French neoclassical style chaise longue—or méridienne—is a masterful tribute to antique luxury. Crafted around 1990...
Fabric, Wood
French Louis XV Style '19th-20th Century' Gilt Chaise Longue
Located in Queens, NY
French Louis XV style '19th-20th Century' gilt chaise longue with white damask upholstery and cushion.
Damask, Giltwood
Verner Panton for Verpan “Meridienne Welle” Chaise Longue
By Verpan, Verner Panton
Located in Paris, FR
Perfectly conforming to the shape of the back, Verner Panton’s iconic Welle Meridienne exemplifies the designer’s fascination with organic forms and sculptural comfort. Designed as p...
Upholstery, Plywood
$2,150Sale Price / set|25% Off
H 38.75 in W 26 in D 24 in
French Louis XV Provincial Style Bergere Lounge chair and Ottoman
Located in Sheffield, MA
Classic over-sized French Louis XV provincial style bergère with matching curved ottoman. The chair features an slightly arched back, straight turned arms and a cushioned seat with a...
Wood
Penelope Green Chaise Longue
By Pier Luigi Frighetto by Black Tie
Located in Milan, IT
The curved Silhouette of this superbly elegant chaise longue provides a chic and comfortable seat that will highlight the decor of any bedroom or...
Metal, Other
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H 35.75 in W 31.75 in D 65.75 in
French Louis XVI Style Creme & Blue Accent Paint Decorated Chaise Lounge
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions: 35.75 inches high x 31.75 inches wide x 65.75 inches deep. Seat Height 22 inches. Sophisticated, graceful, and effortlessly refined, this French Louis XVI Style chaise l...
Textile, Wood
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H 35.25 in W 80.25 in D 28.25 in
19th Century French Louis XV Carved Walnut Three-Piece Chaise Lounge
Located in Dallas, TX
This beautiful antique fruitwood "Duchesse Brisee" (French for broken duchess), or Chaise Longue, was crafted in Provence, France circa 1880. The set comprises two armchairs (his and...
Fabric, Walnut
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H 34.75 in W 72 in D 28 in
19th Century French Louis XV Provençal Walnut Duchesse Brisée Chaise Longue
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant antique French walnut Duchesse Brisée (French for “broken duchess”), also known as a provincial chaise longue, was crafted in Provence, France, circa 1880. The set is co...
Fabric, Walnut
Antique French Chaise Longue Chair Louis XV Style
Located in Buxton, GB
This Antique French Chaise Longue Chair, dating back to the mid 1800s, exudes elegance and sophistication with its fabulous green upholste...
Wood
Antique French Chaise Longue Chair Louis XV Style
Located in Buxton, GB
This Antique French Chaise Longue Chair, dating back to the mid 1800s, exudes elegance and sophistication with its fabulous green upholste...
Wood
French Louis XV Style Tufted Chaise Lounge
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant and inviting, this French Louis XV style chaise lounge offers a refined balance of comfort and classic design. The gracefully contoured frame features a gently arched backres...
Linen, Wood, Paint
Louis XV Style Duchesse Brisee Chaise Lounge
Located in Southampton, NJ
A beautiful Louis XV style "Duchesse Brisee", or chaise having hand carved frames with cabriole legs and one side a curved cane backrest. The set is made up of two armchairs, his and...
Velvet, Cane, Walnut
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H 40 in W 81 in D 31 in
19th Century French Provencal Louis XV Carved Walnut Three-Piece Chaise Longue
Located in Dallas, TX
This beautiful antique fruitwood "Duchesse Brisee" (French for broken duchess), or Chaise Longue, was crafted in Provence, France circa 1890. The set comprises two armchairs (his and...
Fabric, Walnut
Italian Louis XV Recamier, 18th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Large Louis Quinze chaise longue with curved legs and intricately carved floral decorations on the apron. The upholstered and rounded side panels add an elegant and inviting touch to...
Fabric, Wood
French Walnut 19th Century Louis XV Chaise Longue
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This inviting chaise longue in the Louis XV style would be a wonderful addition to a bedroom, library, or living room to read and lounge in quiet luxury. The wide seat and backrest a...
Velvet, Walnut
19th Century French Louis XV Antique Mahogany Chaise Longue
Located in Hopewell, NJ
French 19th century newly upholstered lovely carved mahogany Louis XV chaise having graceful curves. #6445 H seat 17” x H arm 24.25” x W 63” x W seat 50”
Upholstery, Mahogany
Antique French Louis XV-Style Carved Walnut Chaise Lounge
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials: Carved Walnut Wood, New Upholstery Recommended Condition: Original Vintage Condition, Needs New Upholstery
Walnut