Xvi French
Even before the death of Louis XV in 1775, the style of furniture associated with his reign was abandoned in favor of a simple neoclassical style that became identified with his successor, Louis XVI.
Thanks to the efforts of Madame Pompadour, a woman of refinement, culture, education and wealth, the city of Pompeii which was buried during the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius, was excavated. The study found a city very much in the same state as it was when the eruption buried in 79 AD Excavations Pompeii, a Roman resort, once glorious Parisian brought new awareness and a surge of interest in ancient classical Rome. They were quickly captivated by the constant flow of ideas and designs of scrolls, monuments and grounds.
The rococo style, slowly faded as people became interested in the new discoveries. Louis XVI reigned during a period of 14 1775 to 1789. Louis XVI style calls for simpler, less ornate furniture design. Straight lines and simplicity are the guiding principles of this period. In the architecture of Louis XVI furniture designs, the curves are removed and replaced by straight lines, which is totally opposite the style of Louis XV. If ever there was a curve in the design, usually prepared and the compass is not free. The backs of the chairs are usually oval, rectangular or as a shield. The cabriole legs have been replaced with straight legs and fluted columns imitating ancient Rome. Most pieces are generally cases rectangular in shape and there are no curves in the hype of Louis XV. This period has no ornamentation both in design and often is not well written or painted. By usually finished in natural mahogany with the most commonly used. Since this period is much more influenced by the ideals of ancient Rome and Greece, style Louis XVI, alternatively known as the Neo Classical style.
The typical causes of this period include:
1. The lira, which is an Roman classical music.
2. Fluted legs imitating Roman columns with square blocks with carved rosettes on the top of the legs.
3. Urns and columns.
Despite their difference in Louis XV style, neo-classic style of Louis XVI maintains the delicacy of his predecessor. It adheres to the size and grace of Louis XV in place of the huge size of the Baroque style Louis XIV. To better identify the Louis XVI style, here are their basic characteristics.
1. It has fluted thin, straight legs usually covered with a square box with rosette size.
2. It has developed the compass and mechanical arc curves, but is never is free.
3. Most pieces of furniture containing classical motifs such as columns, urns and lyres.
4. It adheres to the delicate construction maintaining old-style grace and refinement in every design.
The style of Louis XVI furniture is widely used and applied in today's home decorating. Its simplicity but delicacy and elegance to the resource requirements of today's decor.
Michael Russell Your Independent guide to Furniture [http://furniture.online-discount-guide.com]
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ANTIQUE FRENCH CARVING SET LOUIS XVI STYLE & BOX $259.00 |
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23 : ANTIQUE FRENCH LOUIS XVI 3 DOOR ARMOIRE $5,460.00 |
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7779-1 : ANTIQUE FRENCH LOUIS XVI MARBLE TOP BUFFET $3,525.00 |
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French Louis XVI-style Bookcase – Mahogany with Bronze $5,850.00 |
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Magnificent French Antique Louis XVI-style Breakfront $4,500.00 |
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1791 French Colonial Louis XVI $3.59 |
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Gorgeous French Gilt Louis XVI Sofa Daybed Settee $2,500.00 |
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Nice antique French Louis XVI buffet table # as/2941 $415.00 |
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Antique pair of French Louis XVI caned chairs # 06537 $660.00 |
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Antique French Louis XVI walnut wall mirror # as/1506 $325.00 |
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Antique French Louis XVI gilded display cabinet # 06343 $375.00 |
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Nice pair of French Louis XVI mahogany chairs # 01697 $715.00 |
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Antique French Louis XVI patinated full bed # 06541 $995.00 |
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Nice Antique set of 3 French Louis XVI tables # 06668 $435.00 |
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Nice Antique French Louis XVI large & low chest # 06319 $895.00 |
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Notable Trials French Revolution Vs. Louis XVI Trial $9.95 |
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Antique French Louis XVI Style Ormolu Bronze Chandelier $7,650.00 |
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ANTIQUE FRENCH LOUIS XVI ROCOCO FLAME MAHOGANY FULL BED $599.99 |
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Great French Louis XVI carved living room set # as/1289 $4,495.00 |
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FRENCH LOUIS XVI ANTIQUE STY CHAIRS FRUITWOOD ARMCHAIRS $637.50 |
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CARVED ANTIQUE FRENCH LOUIS XVI OAK BUFFET BIRDS $2,180.00 |
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AMAZING FRENCH LOUIS XVI PAINTED MIRROR # as/1502 $325.00 |
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Nice antique French Louis XVI buffet table # as/2937 $415.00 |
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Antique French Louis XVI orient coffee table # as/3162 $595.00 |
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PAIR FRENCH GILT BRONZE “LOUIS XVI” SCONCES LATE 19thc. $475.00 |
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PAIR FRENCH GILT BRONZE “LOUIS XVI” SCONCES LATE 19thc. $475.00 |
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Gorgeous French Antique Louis XVI Burlwood Full Bed $760.75 |
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Old French Louis XVI patinated console table # 06617 $495.00 |
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Great Antique French Louis XVI mahogany desk # 05475 $3,145.00 |
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Antique pair of French Louis XVI walnut chairs # 05128 $775.00 |
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Nice Antique French Louis XVI walnut full bed # as/2882 $775.00 |
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Antique French Louis XVI patinated full bed # 05772 $855.00 |
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FRENCH STERLING SILVER FLATWARE SET 128pcs – LOUIS XVI $13,999.00 |
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ANTIQUE FRENCH BRONZE LOUIS XVI MANTEL CLOCK 19TH C $2,499.99 |
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Pair Vintage FRENCH LOUIS XVI Style FAUTEUIL ARM CHAIRS $449.99 |
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PAIR OF FRENCH LOUIS XVI NIGHTSTANDS from the 1950s $695.00 |
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ANTIQUE FRENCH LOUIS XVI BEDROOM CHAIR from 1920 $345.00 |
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1186 5 Pc French Louis XVI Queen Size Bedroom Suite $20,000.00 |
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SALE! HUGE PR FRENCH LOUIS XVI EMPIRE CRYSTAL SCONCES $618.75 |
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The King’s Trial: Louis XVI vs. the French Revolution b $6.95 |
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SALE! HUGE PR FRENCH LOUIS XVI EMPIRE BRASS SCONCES WOW $618.75 |
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AMAZING FRENCH LOUIS XVI STYLE CABINET/BAR. NO RESERVE! $400.00 |
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D110-08T – ANTIQUE FRENCH LOUIS XVI style ROUND TABLE $950.00 |
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F101-02MT – ANTIQUE FRENCH LOUIS XVI style TRUMEAU $2,480.00 |
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G109-06M -ANTIQUE FRENCH LOUIS XVI style TRUMEAU MIRROR $2,510.00 |
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#F122-02S – ANTIQUE FRENCH LOUIS XVI style CANED BENCH $1,950.00 |
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Old pair of French Louis XVI patinated chairs # 06483 $660.00 |
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Antique French Louis XVI patinated full bed # as/2612 $895.00 |
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5227: FRENCH Louis XVI Arm Accent Chair NEOCLASSICAL $545.00 |
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6 French Louis XVI Gilt Cane Caned Dining Chairs $1,500.00 |
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Nice French Louis XVI inlaid music table # 01903 $325.00 |
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ANTIQUE FRENCH BUFFET MARBLE RESTORED LOIUS 16TH XVI $900.00 |
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ANTIQUE FRENCH CHINA BUFFET RESTORED LOIUS 16TH XVI NR $1,250.00 |
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Vintage Print~Diana~School of Fontainebleau~French~XVI $24.95 |
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Antique French Walnut Louis XVI Bone Inlaid End Table $599.99 |
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