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Louis Philippe Desks

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
19th Century Italian Louis Philippe Antique Desk in Solid Walnut Restored
19th Century Italian Louis Philippe Antique Desk in Solid Walnut Restored

19th Century Italian Louis Philippe Antique Desk in Solid Walnut Restored

$3,675

19th Century Italian Louis Philippe Antique Desk in Solid Walnut Restored

Located in Casale Monferrato, IT

We present this elegant Italian solid walnut desk dating back to the mid-19th century, during the Louis-Philippe period. Featuring simple lines and a lack of excessive ornamentation...

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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Louis Philippe Desks

Materials

Faux Leather, Walnut

French 19th Century Desk-Vitrine
French 19th Century Desk-Vitrine

French 19th Century Desk-Vitrine

$3,980

French 19th Century Desk-Vitrine

Located in Stockbridge, GA

This French Desk is amazing, it has a top with its original old glass and very useful for storage. It is made of walnut with a kaki color leather top. From the floor to the top of th...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Desks

Materials

Leather, Glass, Walnut

Antique Danish "Hans Christian Andersen" Desk or Writing Table in Figured Walnut
Antique Danish "Hans Christian Andersen" Desk or Writing Table in Figured Walnut

Antique Danish "Hans Christian Andersen" Desk or Writing Table in Figured Walnut

$4,850

Antique Danish "Hans Christian Andersen" Desk or Writing Table in Figured Walnut

Located in INTERLAKEN, NY

A very handsome "Hans Christian Andersen" writing desk in beautiful figured walnut with one drawer over kneehole, flanked by two drawers on each side for a total of 5 working drawers...

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Mid-19th Century Danish Antique Louis Philippe Desks

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Briar and bois de rose travel writing desk, mid-nineteenth century
Briar and bois de rose travel writing desk, mid-nineteenth century

Briar and bois de rose travel writing desk, mid-nineteenth century

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Briar and bois de rose travel writing desk, mid-nineteenth century

Located in Vicenza, IT

Elegant mid-nineteenth-century travel desk, made of briarwood with fine bois de rose threading. A small masterpiece of cabinet making, designed to combine practicality and beauty, ca...

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19th Century European Antique Louis Philippe Desks

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Wood, Lacquer

C1830 Louis Philippe Mahogany Document Desk with Leather Faced Drawers
C1830 Louis Philippe Mahogany Document Desk with Leather Faced Drawers

C1830 Louis Philippe Mahogany Document Desk with Leather Faced Drawers

$2,900

C1830 Louis Philippe Mahogany Document Desk with Leather Faced Drawers

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

C1830 Louis Philippe Mahogany Document Desk with Leather Faced Drawers. Age appropriate wear, see detailed photos or message us with questions. Desk Height: 28.5

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Early 18th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Desks

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Leather, Mahogany

Louis Philippe Mahogany Desk, Early 19th Century, Flame Veneer, France
Louis Philippe Mahogany Desk, Early 19th Century, Flame Veneer, France

Louis Philippe Mahogany Desk, Early 19th Century, Flame Veneer, France

$6,000

Louis Philippe Mahogany Desk, Early 19th Century, Flame Veneer, France

Located in Winter Park, FL

An early 19th century French Louis Philippe mahogany desk with bookmatched flame mahogany veneer and solid mahogany turned legs. This desk has a locking mechanism in working conditio...

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Early 19th Century European Antique Louis Philippe Desks

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

French 19th Century Louis-Philippe Desk "a Gradin",
French 19th Century Louis-Philippe Desk "a Gradin",

French 19th Century Louis-Philippe Desk "a Gradin",

$3,180

French 19th Century Louis-Philippe Desk "a Gradin",

Located in Stockbridge, GA

French 19th century Louis-Philippe Desk "a Gradin", burl of walnut Dimensions with the top slider open 26'' D x 29'' H (floor to the top).    

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Desks

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Walnut

Walnut Burl French Writing Desk-Chest of Drawers L. Phillipe Marble Top
Walnut Burl French Writing Desk-Chest of Drawers L. Phillipe Marble Top

Walnut Burl French Writing Desk-Chest of Drawers L. Phillipe Marble Top

$5,000

Walnut Burl French Writing Desk-Chest of Drawers L. Phillipe Marble Top

Located in Miami, FL

Exquisite chest of Drawers (4 drawers plus the upper part as writing desk) in the writing desk space are 6 small drawers plus 2 secret panels on both each side. The dark blue leather...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis Philippe Desks

Materials

Walnut

Davenport Desk, Germany, 1870
Davenport Desk, Germany, 1870

Davenport Desk, Germany, 1870

$2,240Sale Price|20% Off

Davenport Desk, Germany, 1870

Located in Belmont, MA

Introducing a delightful German Davenport desk dating back to 1870. This small and narrow desk showcases a distinctive design with an inclined top table and a convenient box with a lid. Its unique shape corresponds to the renowned typology known as the Davenport desk, named after Captain Davenport...

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1870s German Antique Louis Philippe Desks

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Walnut

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Louis Philippe desks for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Louis Philippe desks for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Early 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage desks created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include case pieces and storage cabinets, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, walnut and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Louis Philippe desks 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 desks differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $1,540 and tops out at $7,551 while the average work can sell for $3,180.

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