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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Fine Antique French Louis Philippe Cherry Armoire Custom Fitted As A Bar Cabinet
Located in Bridgeport, CT
An exceptional Antique French Cherry Armoire professionally converted to a Bar Cabinet. Very well crafted and detailed in rich, warm-toned medium brown cherry with chosen figured ven...
Brass
French Louis Philippe Mahogany Wine Service Table with Slate Top & Brass Gallery
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
French Louis Philippe Mahogany Rafraîchissoir Wine Table with Slate Top and Brass Gallery French Louis Philippe Mahogany Rafraîchissoir Wine Table with Slate Top and Brass Gallery. ...
Slate, Brass
Rare Louis Philippe Period Marble Top Concierge Counter with Brass Rail
Located in Dallas, TX
Rare and beautifully scaled, this Louis Philippe period marble top concierge counter brings the refined character of mid 19th century France into today’s home or commercial setting. ...
Marble, Brass
A Fine Small French Art Deco Walnut Bar
Located in Long Island City, NY
A Fine French Art Deco small bar with a drop front sunburst walnut veneered door and glass handles.
Glass, Walnut
Nomon Bar Cabinet with Marble Top by Andres Martinez
By ANDRÉS MARTÍNEZ, Nomon
Located in Brooklyn, NY
We create a space to enjoy a drink in good company. Marble top and suspended glasses from the Golden rods evoke classical bar cabinets. Available in: ...
Marble, Brass
Arthur Umanoff 39 Bottle Wine Rack with Round Top
Located in Highland, IN
Ready to hold 39 wine bottles, this iron wine rack by Arthur Umanoff has a delightful curved top echoing the round shape of the bottle holders and a terrific graphic quality.
Iron
$10,384 / set
H 79.53 in W 55.12 in D 22.84 in
Rare Italian Mid-Century Walnut Dry Bar Cabinet with Hammered Copper Top
Located in Antwerp, BE
This exceptional Italian bar cabinet, originating from Rome, is a striking example of sophisticated mid-century Italian craftsmanship. Designed as a two-piece ensemble, the mobile lower bar seamlessly rolls into the wall unit, creating an elegant and highly functional composition. The cabinet is distinguished by its beautifully sculpted geometric doors, each inset with faceted smoked glass panels that catch and reflect the light, giving the piece a refined architectural presence. The rich walnut veneer, combined with the dramatic hammered copper countertop...
Brass, Copper, Metal
A Fine French Art Deco Lacquered Bar
Located in Long Island City, NY
Rare French Art Deco 4 doors lacquered bar in the manner of Rene Prou.
Wood, Lacquer
$3,200
H 47 in W 50.75 in D 20 in
Vintage Boho Coastal Rattan & Pencil Reed Rolling Bar Cabinet With Gallery Rail
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
xceptional vintage coastal bar cabinet crafted in rattan and pencil reed with a beautifully curved front profile and classic woven panel accents. This sculptural rolling bar embodies...
Faux Bamboo, Rattan
French Louis Philippe Marble Top Commode with Secretary
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Exceptional late 19th century French Louis Philippe mahogany commode or chest of drawers featuring a drop front secretaire. The case has a fitted white Italian Carrara marble top wit...
Carrara Marble, Brass
Rare and Elegant French Directoire Painted Shop Counter, C. 1830.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The piece features a paneled front and an open back fitted with a single small drawer over shelves, offering both display and storage. Its narrow depth makes it exceptionally versati...
Wood, Paint
$4,950
H 38.25 in W 50.75 in D 22.25 in
19th Century French Louis Philippe Burled Mahogany Commode with Marble Top
Located in Dallas, TX
Crafted in France circa 1850, this elegant Louis Philippe commode features a refined architectural silhouette and the rich natural beauty of burled mahogany. The rectangular case is ...
Marble
$1,156Sale Price|50% Off
H 51.19 in W 24.81 in D 14.57 in
19th Century French Marble Top Inlaid Mahogany Cabinet or Dry Bar
Located in Sofia, BG
19th Century French mahogany cabinet in Louis XVI style with geometric patterns on both front and sides. The top surface is made ...
Marble
$5,192Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 35.44 in W 31.5 in D 21.66 in
Custom Dry Bar Murano Glass Cabinet Available
Located in Guazzora, IT
Introducing our limited edition Dry Bar Murano Glass Cabinet, a true masterpiece of Italian craftsmanship. Handcrafted in Italy, this exquisite cabinet combines the warmth of solid...
Brass
1950s French Bar Cabinet in Solid Elm
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Bar cabinet, elm, France, 1950s. This multifunctional cabinet is of French origin and embraces naturalistic forms combined with bold accents. The elmwood material has an incredibly ...
Velvet, Elm
19th Century French Metal Top Carved Pine Bar Cabinet from Normandy
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant antique bar cabinet was created in Normandy, France circa 1890. Built of pine and dressed with a tole metal top, the cabinet stands on a straight bottom plinth; the facade and sides feature recessed panels decorated with carved spline columns on the corners. The front has two small drawers embellished with the original handles, a wide display counter to mix drinks, and an open space underneath with central divider to store alcohol bottles...
Sheet Metal
19th Century Louis Philippe Burl Cabinet
Located in High Point, NC
19th century Louis Philippe cabinet made from burl walnut. The entire cabinet has fantastic graining and is a most gorgeous color. There is a molded apron around the top, following d...
Walnut, Burl
Antique Bar
Located in Chorzów, PL
An antique bar from the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries. Year: circa 1900 Origin: Western Europe Wood: Walnut Dimensions: Height 131 cm / w...
Mirror, Walnut
Sold
H 69 in W 48.25 in D 23.5 in
Antique German Louis Philippe Cabinet in Burled Walnut & White Carrara Marble
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
A German Louis-Philippe buffet in fine burled walnut with upper cabinet resting on white Carrara marble top over a base with a pull-out work station. This beautiful cabinet offers mu...
Carrara Marble
Louis Philippe Period French Burled Walnut Cabinet
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This handsome example of Louis Philippe design is an excellent scale for use as a dry bar or as narrow entry space piece. The single-door cabinet holds tw...
Walnut