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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Bronze Knobs as Coat Hangers
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Five Coat Racks with Antique Bronze Friezes - Antique round gilded bronze friezes, plus a 10 cm. deep metal arm: convenient for hanging clothes. When not in use, they serve as decora...
Bronze
Italian, Tuscany, Late Neoclasssic Turned Walnut Hat, Coat, & Umbrella Stand
Located in Atlanta, GA
with posts issuing from three levels on a tapering turned standard, the upper for hats, the lower upper for coats, and the middle for umbrellas with a lower circular tray for the tip...
Walnut
Four Leightweight Brass Rosebud Knobs for Coat Racks
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Four lightwight brass rosebud knobs with screws for wall - mounted coat racks: to be used on antique furniture. When not in use, they serve as decorative accents. ref. O/7397.
Brass
Mathieu Matégot Coat Rack in Brass and Ochre for GUBI
By Mathieu Matégot, Gubi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mathieu Matégot Coat Rack in Brass and Ochre for GUBI Designed in 1956 by Matégot, this is an authorized re-edition by GUBI of Denmark, who meticulo...
Brass
Mathieu Matégot Coat Rack in Brass and Black for GUBI
By Mathieu Matégot, Gubi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mathieu Matégot Coat Rack in Brass and Black for GUBI Designed in 1956 by Matégot, this is an authorized re-edition by GUBI of Denmark, who...
Brass
$2,750
H 83 in W 33.75 in D 12 in
Victorian Cast Iron Coat or Hat Rack with Umbrella Stand, circa 1870
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
A cast iron Victorian coat and hat rack with umbrella stand has been painted white. It is in great condition with no breaks or missing parts. The oval in the center originally held a...
Iron
Italian Hollywood Regency Brass Coat Rack, 1960s
Located in Palermo, IT
Italian Hollywood Regency brass coat rack, 1960s Intact and in good condition. Found in a noble apartment in my hometown, Palermo. We guarantee fast, insured shipping with suitable...
Brass
Brass Seven Coat Rack by OxDenmarq
Located in Geneve, CH
Brass Seven Coat Rack by OxDenmarq Dimensions: D 19 x W 18 x H 25.5 cm Materials: Brass OX DENMARQ is a Danish design brand aspiring to make beautiful handmade furniture, access...
Brass
Vintage Polished Brass Horse Head Coat Rack
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This stunning vintage coat rack is a masterclass in equestrian-inspired design, featuring two masterfully cast horse head mounts that serve as the sophisticated anchors for the piece...
Brass
Freestanding Blackened Brass Coat Rack, Marble Base, Coat Tree, Stand
By Luft Tanaka
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Coat Tree by Luft Tanaka Studio Freestanding coat tree made of solid brass components in a blackened finish, with a black or white marble base. The piece is made-to-order and fully...
Marble, Brass, Steel
$2,665
H 8.27 in W 26.38 in D 4.73 in
Coat Hanger with multicolored wooden knobs by Roger Feraud for GEO France, 1950s
By Roger Feraud
Located in Berlin, DE
Coat hanger by Roger Feraud for GEO, featuring a black lacquered iron frame with four multicoloured wooden ball hooks, its playful design is characteristic of Feraud's Mid-Century st...
Wrought Iron
Antique Arts & Crafts Coat / Umbrella Stand
Located in Oakville, CT
Vintage Wooden Amish Clothing Tree Overall Dimensions: 17" x 17" x 65 1/4" high Materials: Brass, Metal & Wood
Metal, Brass
Brass Seven Coat Rack by OxDenmarq
Located in Geneve, CH
Brass seven coat rack by OxDenmarq Dimensions: D 19 x W 18 x H 25.5 cm Materials: Brass OX DENMARQ is a Danish design brand aspiring to make beautiful handmade furniture, access...
Brass
Brass Brick Coat Rack by OxDenmarq
Located in Geneve, CH
Brass Brick Coat Rack by OxDenmarq Dimensions: D 8 x W 49.5 x H 13 cm Materials: Brass OX DENMARQ is a Danish design brand aspiring to make beautiful handmade furniture, accesso...
Brass
Brass Seven Coat Rack by OxDenmarq
Located in Geneve, CH
Brass Seven Coat Rack by OxDenmarq Dimensions: D 19 x W 18 x H 25.5 cm Materials: Brass OX DENMARQ is a Danish design brand aspiring to make beautiful handmade furniture, accessorie...
Brass
French Circa 1920 Mahogany Vestiare Hall Rack
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A multipurpose French vestiaire (hall tree) of circa 1920 that will serve many functions in an entryway or other active room in the home that needs compact storage solutions. This ta...
Marble, Brass
French Hand Forged Iron 3 Hook Wall Rack
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
French 19th century hand forged iron wall rack with wonderful detailing and patina. Long pierced flat bar with split ends featuring 3 large curled hooks held together with square han...