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Louis XVI Toys and Dolls

LOUIS XVI STYLE

Reflecting the final era of royal opulence before the upheaval of the French Revolution, antique Louis XVI furniture features more angular shapes than the Rococo curves of the Louis XV style, harkening back to the imposing grandeur of Louis XIV.

Dating between 1750 and 1800, an era that overlapped with the last king of France whose reign was cut short by the guillotine, Louis XVI furniture, known as the goût grec, is emblematic of the neoclassical revision that French furniture underwent during the second half of the 18th century.

Authentic Louis XVI furniture characteristics include clean lines and carved details such as scrolls and acanthus flourishes that were inspired by ancient Greece and Rome. This was informed by a burgeoning interest in antiquity in the 18th century, owing to new archaeological excavations at sites including Pompeii and Herculaneum. It largely eclipsed the more East Asian–influenced ornamentation of Louis XV for something more geometric and symmetrical.

The Louis XVI style was defined by what was being created for the palatial rooms at Versailles and Fontainebleau, particularly for the queen, with cabinetmaker Jean-Henri Riesener being a favorite of Marie-Antoinette’s for his luxurious pieces accented with gilded bronze and marquetry. Furniture maker Jean-Baptiste-Claude Sené was also a major designer of the period, with his pieces for the royal residences adorned with giltwood and neoclassical touches like tapered columns for chair legs and laurel leaf carvings. Cabinetmaker Adam Weisweiler occasionally incorporated into his furniture porcelain panels produced by Sèvres, a popular manufacturer of European ceramics that served the crown with serveware, vases and other decorative objects.

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Style: Louis XVI
Articulated Doll, 18th Century
Located in MARSEILLE, FR
Very beautiful doll with papier-mâché head and wooden body, articulated. She wears a superb dress embroidered with lace. Her very elegant outfit is enhanced with a veil which hides...
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18th Century European Antique Louis XVI Toys and Dolls

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Fabric, Wood

Articulated Doll, 18th Century
Articulated Doll, 18th Century

Articulated Doll, 18th Century

Rare and Unusual 19th Century Louis XVI Style Dog/ Doll Bed or Baby Crib
Located in Buchanan, MI
Rare and unusual 19th century Louis XVI style dog/ doll bed or baby crib. The ultimate in luxury for your little furry friend.
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19th Century French Antique Louis XVI Toys and Dolls

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Walnut

Rare and Unusual 19th Century Louis XVI Style Dog/ Doll Bed or Baby Crib
Rare and Unusual 19th Century Louis XVI Style Dog/ Doll Bed or Baby Crib

Rare and Unusual 19th Century Louis XVI Style Dog/ Doll Bed or Baby Crib

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Louis Xvi toys and dolls for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Louis XVI toys and dolls for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 19th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage toys and dolls created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with walnut, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Louis XVI toys and dolls made in a specific country, there are Europe, and France 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 toys and dolls differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $2,200 and tops out at $2,200 while the average work can sell for $2,200.

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