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.
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Antique French Louis-Philippe Style Mirror In Patinated Silver Wood, circa 1885
Located in Paris, FR
Antique French wall mirror in the Louis Philippe style, re-gilded with patinated silvered leaf. Antique frame width: 10.5 cm / 4.13 in. Modern glass mirror.
Silver Leaf
19th Century Louis Philippe Silver Mirror
Located in Houston, TX
:A 19th century French silver leaf wall mirror. The frame to this pretty mirror has a decorative design of entwining flowers and leaves etched into the surface, there are some rub m...
Silver Leaf
French Silver Gilt Tin Oval Wall Mirror with Central Ribbon Cartouche, C. 1840
Located in Charleston, SC
French Silver Gilt Tin Oval Wall Mirror with Central Ribbon Cartouche and Flanking Foliage Pinwheel Medallions, Mid 19th Century. Mirror retain...
Tin
19th Century French Louis Philippe Gilt Wall or Floor Mirror
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant antique French Louis-Philippe wall or floor mirror features a tall, narrow rectangular form standing just under five feet in height, framed in carved and gilt wood. The ...
Giltwood
19th Century French Louis Philippe Giltwood Wall Mirror with Vine Motifs
Located in Dallas, TX
Crafted in France circa 1870, this elegant antique Louis Philippe mirror features the classic rounded rectangular form emblematic of the period. The substantial molded frame is finis...
Mercury Glass, Giltwood
French Louis Philippe-style Giltwood Mirror
Located in San Francisco, CA
On offer is a hand-carved and gilded-frame mirror in the classic Louis Philippe style. This was an eclectic and practical style of French architecture and decorative arts that emerge...
Mirror, Giltwood
Pair of French Oval Acid Etched Gilt Bronze Mirrored Wall Sconces, Circa 1840
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of French floral acid etched oval mirrored wall sconces with two flanking gilt bronze scrolled serpent arms, centered decorative filigree, and upholstered backs, Mid-19th centur...
Bronze
20th Century French Carved Golden consolle mirror
Located in Prato, IT
Produced in France, around 1920, the antique mirror has traditional lines with festoons to enrich the oval at the top. The frame is golden with pure gold leaf on a carved floral moti...
Gold Leaf
French Antique Silvered Wood Mantel Mirror, 19th Century
Located in Paris, FR
Antique mantel mirror, Louis-Philippe French style, circa 1890. Antique silvered wood mirror frame with stylised decor at the edge the glass. Re-...
Silver Leaf
French Carved Wood Floral Gilt Wall Mirror, Circa 1820
Located in Charleston, SC
French carved wood floral gilt wall mirror with egg and dart boarder, floral medallions and filigree motif. Mirror retains the original glass and wood back, Early 19th century.
19th Century French Silver Louis Philippe Mirror
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautiful 19th century silver Louis Philippe mirror. This piece has a pretty floral pattern and a beaded inner border. A lovely classic look! Circa 1860 39w x 54hj
Giltwood
19th Century French Louis Philippe Giltwood Wall Mirror with Foliage Engravings
Located in Dallas, TX
Versatile and elegant, this Louis Philippe mirror could be hung either vertically or horizontally to bring timeless French charm to any interior. Crafted in the Burgundy region of Fr...
Gold Leaf
French Louis Phillipe Gilt Wood and Gesso Floral Etched Wall Mirror, Circa 1820
Located in Charleston, SC
French Louis Phillipe gilt carved wood and gesso wall mirror with flanking rounded corners, floral etching, and interior single row of beading. Mirror retains the original silvered g...
Gesso, Mirror, Giltwood
19th Century French Louis Philippe Carved Giltwood Mantel Mirror with Bead Decor
Located in Dallas, TX
Dress a mantel with this elegant antique Louis Philippe style mirror. Crafted in the Burgundy region of France, circa 1860, and over four and a half feet in height, the large arched ...
Gold Leaf
Antique French Louis Philippe Carved Wood with Gold Leaf Mirror, Circa 1890.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique French Louis Philippe Carved Wood with Gold Leaf Mirror, Circa 1890.
Gold Leaf
French Carved Wood & Gilt Cherub Acanthus Wall Mirror. Circa 1820.
Located in Charleston, SC
French carved wood & gilt five paneled wall mirror with center floral basket, ebonized cherubs, and acanthus carved floral corners. Early 19th Century
Gold Leaf
French Gilt Carved Wood Floral Mirror, Circa 1820
Located in Charleston, SC
French gilt carved wood circular mirror with intertwined decorative floral and cross hatching motif. Mirror retains the original glass. Early 19th century.
19th C. French Louis XVI Giltwood Mirror with Carved Corners & Geometric Decor
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a mantel, hallway, powder room or bedroom with this elegant antique giltwood mirror. Crafted in France circa 1860 and inspired by the Louis XVI style, the tall rectangular f...
Mercury Glass, Giltwood
19th Century Louis Philippe Faux Burl Wood and Gilt Wall Mirror with Vine Decor
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant antique wall mirror was crafted in France, circa 1880. The frame with rounded corners is decorated with gilt vine motifs in high relief in between faux burl wood painted...
Wood
19th Century Louis Philippe Giltwood Mirror
Located in Houston, TX
Antique French Mirror - Gilt on red Louis Philippe antique mirror with flower and leaf etching to frame. Antique glass. Antique pine board...
Giltwood
Large Contemporary Louis-Philippe Style Mirror "Lagon" By Pascal & Annie
By Pascal & Annie
Located in Paris, FR
Large contemporary artistic mirror titled "Lagon", one of a kind, inspired by the French Louis Philippe style. Original creation of materials and colors in blue tones. Frame width: 1...
Wood, Gesso, Mirror
Antica specchiera francese dorata a foglia d'oro epoca Luigi Filippo, 1850
Located in Traversetolo, IT
Splendida specchiera antica in legno intagliato dorato a foglia d'oro, con cimasa nella parte superiore. La specchiera a piacere può anche essere appesa in senso verticale in quanto ...
Gold Leaf
Nice Pair of Italian Made Giltwood Louis Philippe Style Mirrors
Located in Dallas, TX
Great pair of Italian made giltwood round Louis Philippe mirrors. Featuring a beautiful gold patina and a floral pattern. Adds a real touch of elegance. So pretty! 50 dia
Giltwood
19th C. French Louis XVI Two-Tone Gilt and Painted Oval Wall Mirror with Cherubs
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate an entryway, living room, or powder room with this elegant antique French wall mirror. Crafted circa 1870, the oval frame is carved from wood and finished in a refined two-t...
Mercury Glass, Giltwood, Paint
19th Century French Louis Philippe Mirror
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A delightful Louis Philippe mirror dating from the mid-19th Century.
Silver
19th Century Louis Philippe Silverleaf Mirror - Large Scale
Located in New Orleans, LA
Immerse yourself in the refined elegance of 19th-century French decor with this exquisite 19th Century Louis Philippe Silver Leaf Mirror. This mirror embodies the understated sophist...
Mirror, Wood
Louis Philippe Giltwood Mirror - Circa 1850
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The arched rectangular plate within a molded giltwood border
Giltwood
Venetian Carlo X mirror with gold leaf, mercury mirror, 1820
Located in Vicenza, IT
An elegant Venetian mirror dating to the early decades of the 19th century, during the height of the Charles X period (circa 1820–1830).The frame, made of finely carved wood, feature...
Gold, Gold Leaf
Pair of French Louis Philippe Mahogany Wall Mirrors with Original Mercury Glass
Located in Dallas, TX
Crafted in France circa 1890, this elegant pair of Louis Philippe mirrors embodies the refined simplicity and sculptural grace of late-19th-century design. Each hand-carved frame, ex...
Mercury Glass, Mahogany
Large Scale Silver Louis Philippe Mirrors with X Pattern
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautiful large scale silver leaf Louis Philippe mirrors with X pattern. Very fine patina and beaded inner border. Lovely! Circa 1940 Note: Price listed is for 1 43.5 w x 79h
Wood
19th Century French Silver Leaf Louis Philippe Transitional Mirror
Located in Dallas, TX
The 19th Century French Silver Leaf Louis Philippe Transitional Mirror features a stunning antique design. The frame is crafted from silver material, giving it an elegant and luxurio...
Giltwood
$4,950 / item
Silver Louis Philippe Mirrors with X Pattern
Located in Dallas, TX
Very fine silver Louis Philippe mirrors with an X Pattern Creates a very polished look that works in a variety of decors.
Wood
French Louis Philippe Gilded Mirror, Hand-Crafted Giltwood, Circa 1900
Located in Winter Park, FL
An early 20th century French Louis Philippe style mirror with curved top corners and inner bead border. Bright gilt finish with red clay under rub. In very good condition with minor ...
Mirror, Wood, Giltwood