{"title":"Louis XVI Antiques","description":"\u003ch2\u003eLouis XVI Antiques\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLouis XVI antiques are prized for their balance, refinement and close dialogue with Neoclassical design. Across furniture, silver, porcelain, clocks and decorative objects, the style favors clean geometry, restrained ornament and workmanship that rewards close attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis collection gathers antiques that reflect the Louis XVI taste across a wide range of object types, allowing the style’s elegance to emerge through different materials and functions. For collectors drawn to decorative arts with poise, structure and historical resonance, Louis XVI antiques offer a beautifully measured approach to collecting.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"louis-xvi-commode-by-pierre-roussel","title":"Louis XVI Commode by Pierre Roussel","description":"Matchless style and high-quality craftsmanship are the hallmarks of Pierre Roussel's furniture, and this exceptional Louis XVI-era commode epitomizes this master craftsman's skill. Crafted of rosewood veneer with a violet wood frame and intricate parquetry inlay, the cabinet's graceful design is also highly practical. The compact form holds two drawers, one of which can be locked for added security. A specimen of marble provides the perfect surface, while bronze ormolu mounts add an additional hint of luxury to the drawers and body. Elegantly curved cabriole legs with bronze ormolu shoes complete this impeccable piece. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Known for his superior craftsmanship, Roussel was a highly respected maître ébéniste of the 18th century. His furniture pieces were favored by grand patrons such as the Prince de Condé and the Princess of Monaco, and his furnishings graced the halls of the Palais Bourbon and the Château de Chantilly. He was particularly renowned for creating commodes such as the present piece, which display his mastery over parquetry and marquetry to stunning effect. Signed examples in such exceptional condition as this are rarely found on the market. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Stamped \"P. Roussel\" \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e 31 5\/8\" wide x 18 5\/8\" deep x 33\" high","brand":"M.S. 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Perfect proportion gives this elegant vitrine a lightness in design, while its mirrored interior and glass shelving make it the perfect display piece.\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nCirca 1890\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n34\" wide x 16\" deep x 61\" high","brand":"M.S. Rau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41237954822279,"sku":"30-4229","price":19850.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0083\/2471\/0466\/files\/30-4229_1.png?v=1717921374"},{"product_id":"russian-figural-bronze-candelabra","title":"Russian Figural Bronze Candelabra","description":"The epitome of Russian craftsmanship, this majestic and incredibly rare pair of candelabra would have been fit for the Czar. These superb Louis XVI-style figural bronze candelabra were created in the Neoclassical taste that permeated Russia during the late 18th century. The chiseled gilt bronze work is in a class all its own – a trademark of only the most exceptional Russian ormolu craftsmen. Elegant patinated bronze nudes hold aloft delicate gilt bronze branches accentuated by gilt chains. Elevated atop classical columns crafted of polished gray marble, these lights perfectly express the outstanding grace and luxurious artistry of Russian decorative art. \n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIn France during the late 18th century, Neoclassicism emerged as the most popular style after the exuberance of Rococo during the reign of Louis XV. The emphasis was on simplicity, straight lines and symmetry. Slenderness of proportion was stressed in furniture and decorating, and these patterns extended to other areas of the arts. French design taste has historically spread and influenced styles throughout Europe, and Russia in particular has a long history of adopting foreign stylistic trends considered to be the epitome of grand taste. Catherine the Great and her grandson Alexander I were known admirers of Neoclassical architecture and decorative arts. Numerous French artists over the centuries, such as foundeur Félix Chopin, are known to have found favor in the Russian court. \n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n14” diameter x 33 1\/2” high","brand":"M.S. Rau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41237881258119,"sku":"30-3318","price":74500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0083\/2471\/0466\/files\/30-3318_2.png?v=1717921284"},{"product_id":"louis-xvi-bronze-chenets","title":"Louis XVI Bronze Chenets","description":"Two little fawns attempt to keep warm by brazier fire in this enchanting pair of French Louis XVI chenets, or fireplace andirons. Crafted of stunning doré and patinated bronze, these figures’ delightful Neoclassical elegance is characteristic of Louis XVI design. Chenets were a staple of any well-appointed home, serving as both decorative and useful objects. They were placed in front of a fireplace to protect priceless rugs and flooring from rolling logs. Only the grandest homes would have had chenets as beautifully designed as these.\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nCirca 1790\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n10 1\/2” wide x 4\" deep x 8” high","brand":"M.S. Rau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41239080763527,"sku":"29-5399","price":18500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0083\/2471\/0466\/files\/29-5399_1.png?v=1712738926"},{"product_id":"rococo-style-pair-of-twin-beds","title":"Rococo Style Pair of Twin Beds","description":"Superior craftsmanship and elegant adornment characterize these exceptional, matching pair of mahogany twin beds by François Linke, the most influential and distinguished French ébéniste of his time. Credited for designing highly innovative furnishings by infusing Rococo style and the latest trends of Paris, these Louis XVI-style Linke beds exemplify the wonderful talent of this truly original artisan. Beautifully embellished with doré bronze mounts of the absolute highest order, the beds are exceptional works of art.\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe nature of Linke’s business was divided into two broadly based groups, both of which moved his career into the wealthiest of social circles. The established decorating partnership of Carlhian \u0026amp; Beaumetz, quickly became one of Linke’s biggest clients, and their name appears in Linke’s records frequently between 1888-1910. Carlhian \u0026amp; Beaumetz commissioned from Linke numerous pieces for highly prominent and significant buyers such as the Hamptons of Pall Mall, the Duveens, Arabella Huntington and the Hindleys. In fact, in 1905, Hindley, an important English furniture maker and retailer, distributed a catalogue for his Bond Street store, which almost solely featured Linke furniture. Linke’s private patronage of influential socialites also grew rapidly. Records show commissions for Kaiser Wilhelm II, the Katzensteins, Elias Meyer, the King of Egypt, Faud I and the Devotos, wealthy aristocrats of Italy and Argentina. Today, the regard for Linke’s creations is unwavering and it is even more rewarding to obtain a piece of furniture by this incredible ébéniste, one of the most important furniture makers of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. \n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nEach bed is signed \"F. 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Standing just over six feet tall and raised upon ormolu lion’s paw feet, the monumental and strong pedestal was no doubt created to display a work of art, such as a fine sculpture or bronze masterpiece. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Circa 1880 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e 27 1\/2” wide x 17 1\/2” deep x 72 1\/4” high","brand":"M.S. Rau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41239053893767,"sku":"29-4793","price":44500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0083\/2471\/0466\/files\/29-4793_1_0db9f559-067d-4a5d-8cfb-3c0e181ff70f.png?v=1712739513"},{"product_id":"louis-xvi-giltwood-console-table","title":"Louis XVI Giltwood Console Table","description":"Fashioned in the Louis XVI style, this magnificent French console table has an opulent, yet classical feel. Crafted of luxurious giltwood with a marble top, the half-moon table is bedecked with Neoclassical mounts that accent the table’s intricate design and fluted legs. Crafted with subtlety and a meticulous attention to detail, this table epitomizes all of the best elements of this refined style.\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nBased on the furniture and decor created during the reign of French King Louis XVI (1774-1789), the Louis XVI style experienced a comeback in the 1860s in Europe and the eastern part of the United States. This revival reintroduced a formal classicism to furniture with an emphasis on simplicity, straight lines and symmetry. Slenderness of proportion was once again favored in furniture, as well as delicate classical motifs and understated luxury. Today, this elegant and timeless style remains highly prized.\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nCirca 1860 \n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n38 1\/4\" high x 43\" wide x 21 3\/4\" deep","brand":"M.S. 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These range from the refined border along the top to the intricate acanthus mounts adorning the corners and friezes, as well as the laurel leaf designs on the legs and the ball feet's decorative caps. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e With a special turn of a key, the center panel emerges from the desk's interior, revealing the table's hidden, beautifully constructed second nature. This hidden drawer is comprised of three sections, each with its own expertly inlaid surface. With a pull of a bar located underneath, these latched sections are released. The two side sections unfold outward to reveal two large storage spaces and four small drawers with gilt bronze laurel leaf pulls. The center section rises at an angle for reading or writing. Adjustment of the bar underside locks it in place, and the velvet-lined inset holds a mirror on its reverse side. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e After working alongside his father for many years, Alfred Beurdeley became the successor to his family’s prosperous furniture manufacturing enterprise in 1875. The company specialized in high-quality, 18th-century revivals and his extravagant style captured the attention of wealthy Parisians eager to decorate their estates with rare and important Louis XV and Louis XIV-style furnishings. Beurdeley exhibited his works at the International Exposition of 1878, the Amsterdam Exposition of 1893, after which he was appointed Chevalier de la Légion d’Honneur and the Paris Exposition Universelle of 1889. Shortly after obtaining the prestigious honor of the Gold Medal in Paris, Beurdeley closed his shop in 1895, sold his famous collection, and spent the remainder of his life in seclusion. In the short span of 20 years, Beurdeley made an indelible mark on the history of 19th-century French furnishings, for his creations remain among the finest of the period. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e A similar table is featured in \u003cem\u003e19th-Century European Furniture\u003c\/em\u003e by Christopher Payne, page 54. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Circa 1870 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Closed: 42 3\/4” wide x 24 1\/2” deep x 29 3\/4” high","brand":"M.S. 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Each of the table’s three console drawers are armed with locks, ensuring precious contents are kept safe and sound. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Venetian cabinetmaker Paul Sormani established his Parisian boutique specializing in crafting meubles de luxe, or “small fancy furniture,” in 1847 and soon became a fashionable favorite of French royalty. Sormani’s popularity among nobility and gentry soared after being commissioned by Empress Eugenie, wife and consort of Napoléon III, to decorate the royal palace. The Sormani House exhibited furnishings at the 1855 World's Fair in Paris where the firm's designs were awarded a silver medal and again at the 1862 World's Fair in London, placing third with a bronze medal. While exhibiting at the 1867 World Expo in Paris, Sormani's designs won yet another silver medal and were described in these terms by judges: “All production reveals quality of execution of the first order.” \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Circa 1870 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Signed “Sormani Paris \/ 134, Rd Haussmann” \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e 45 3\/4“ wide x 25 3\/4” deep x 64“ high ","brand":"M.S. Rau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41238278733959,"sku":"30-9904","price":54500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0083\/2471\/0466\/files\/30-9904_1_d41ab5f3-bb77-470b-bb65-4c64560b8769.png?v=1717921746"},{"product_id":"french-louis-xvi-style-bronze-chenets","title":"French Louis XVI-Style Bronze Chenets","description":"This wonderful pair of Louis XVI-style bronze chenets features patinated, cloaked cherub figures seated on ornate gilt bronze plateau and keeping themselves warm by the fire. Chenets, or andirons, were a staple in well-appointed homes, and were placed in front of a fireplace to protect priceless rugs and flooring from rolling logs. Only the grandest homes had chenets as beautifully designed as these.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nCirca 1870\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n11 1\/8” wide x 7” deep x 17” high","brand":"M.S. Rau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41239089086599,"sku":"29-8398","price":12500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0083\/2471\/0466\/files\/29-8398_1_fc4f60c6-4cb2-4e46-8aab-16e7e947cee5.png?v=1712738617"},{"product_id":"louis-xvi-style-french-caned-settees","title":"Louis XVI-Style French Caned Settees","description":"This exquisite pair of 19th-century French settees captures the spirit of the Louis XVI style. The versatile chairs are exquisitely crafted with gracefully curved, double caned seat backs, while bronze ormolu accents add a hint of luxury to the carved wood frames. Beautifully embellished throughout, the settees rest on four classically-inspired reed legs. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Renowned for its old-world refinement, Louis XVI-style furniture originated during the reign of Louis XV of France in the mid-18th century. Highly ornamental, yet elegant, Louis XVI furniture was more feminine and subdued than in previous years, and was constructed with gracious curving lines from crest to foot. In addition, cast and gilded bronze mounts were added, accentuating the elegance and luxury of these intricately crafted pieces. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e 19th century \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e 37\" wide x 25\" deep x 33\" high","brand":"M.S. 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Stunning in its artistry and craftsmanship, this étui flawlessly reflects the 18th-century taste for classical ornamentation.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This étui bears the maker's mark of master goldsmith Jean François Mancel, 1781. Charge marked by Henri Clavel and the inspection mark, both for 1783-1789. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e 5 1\/8” length x 3\/4\" wide x 5\/8\" deep","brand":"M.S. Rau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44512840089735,"sku":"30-7599","price":26500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0083\/2471\/0466\/files\/30-7599_1.png?v=1779146554"},{"product_id":"louis-xvi-style-games-table","title":"Louis XVI Style Games Table","description":"Eloquent marquetry and faithful interpretation of the Louis XVI taste characterize this beautiful 19th-century French games table. Enfolded in intricate marquetry featuring trellis, foliate and diamond patterns, the table's design is further highlighted by elegant doré bronze. The table top is folded in half, and thanks to an inventive swivel mechanism, turns 90 degrees and opens over the frieze to reveal a leather playing surface perfect for an assortment of games. The frieze itself serves as a spacious storage compartment to hold playing cards and game pieces. \n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nCirca 1860\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nTable Opened: 35\" square x 29 3\/8\" high\u003cbr\u003e\nTable Closed: 35\" wide x 17 1\/2\" deep x 30 1\/8\" high\n ","brand":"M.S. 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The delicately spiraled doré bronze feet give the cabinet a sense of lightness and balance. Enhanced by a beautiful rouge Campan marble top, this cabinet is an excellent example of late 19th-century French furniture craftsmanship at its finest. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The firm of G. Grimard produced some of the finest \u003cem\u003emeubles d'art\u003c\/em\u003e, or fine art furniture, during the second half of the 19th century in Paris. A frequent and tremendously successful exhibitor at the great international exhibitions, Grimard's body of work consists primarily of Louis XVI and Neoclassical-inspired creations that consistently exhibit the highest quality workmanship. Today, his pieces are incredibly rare and highly sought after.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Circa 1880 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e 34 1\/2\" wide x 18 1\/2\" deep x 58 1\/2\" high","brand":"M.S. 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Crafted with subtlety and meticulous attention to detail, this pair of commodes epitomizes all of the best elements of the neoclassical Louis XVI style. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Based on the furniture and decor created during the reign of French King Louis XVI (1774-1789), the Louis XVI style experienced a comeback in the 1860s in Europe. This revival reintroduced a formal classicism to furniture with an emphasis on simplicity, straight lines and symmetry. The slenderness of proportion was once again favored in furniture, as well as classical motifs and understated luxury. Today, this elegant and timeless style remains highly prized. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Circa 1880 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e 59\" wide x 19 1\/2\" deep x 35 1\/2\" high","brand":"M.S. 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The term \"cassolette\" is from the French word \u003cem\u003ecassole,\u003c\/em\u003e meaning \"small container.\" While the word has other meanings in culinary respects, in the decorative arts, cassolettes are small covered vases meant to hold perfumed substances or incense. Popular during the 18th and 19th centuries, these \u003cem\u003eobjets d'art\u003c\/em\u003e were crafted from all manner of materials, including marble, porcelain and bronze. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Circa 1860 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e 18\" high x 7 1\/2\" diameter","brand":"M.S. 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The cassolettes are accompanied by a matching clock, executed in the same design. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The annular clock, a crown wheel with a deadbeat escapement, is distinguished by a gilt timepiece at its summit, instead of a removable lid. Its winding mechanism at the base bears the signature of the maker, Victor Athanase Pierret (1806-1893). Operating in Paris, Pierret was the innovator behind lamp clocks featuring rotating globes marked with hour figures, patented in 1863. This clock, marked \"SGDG,\" indicates that innovation, marking its accordance with Parisian patent law. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The term \"cassolette\" is from the French for \"small container.\" While the word has other meanings in culinary respects, in the decorative arts, cassolettes are small covered vases meant to hold perfumed substances or incense. Popular during the 18th and 19th centuries, these objets d'art were crafted from all manner of materials, including marble, porcelain and bronze. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Circa 1865 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Clock marked: VAP \/ BREVETE \/ SGDG \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Cassolettes: 11\" high x 4 1\/4\" wide x 4 1\/2\" deep\u003cbr\u003e Clock: 10“ high x 4 5\/8” wide x 4 1\/2“ deep","brand":"M.S. 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This was the first exhibition to concentrate on his career, with objects loaned from private collections and institutions like the Louvre and the Royal Castle of Warsaw. The drawing by François-Joseph Bélanger represents a vase from the Duke of Aumont’s collections. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Elevated on a square Ormolu pedestal beneath a circular mottled marble socle, the green marble urn features intricate detailing, such as a chased pierced Ormolu band embellished with foliate scrolls and a central reserve. The urn is further accentuated by ornate Ormolu rams' heads adorning each side, their expressions remarkably lifelike, perhaps even identifiable as Pyrenean goats. Their dynamic hair is delicately chased on the noses and ears, which contrasts with the tight tufts elsewhere on their heads, showcasing the mastery of technique employed by the artisan. The horns, meticulously burnished and matte gilded to emulate nature's elegance, imbue the work with a sense of refinement and luxury. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Pierre Gouthière was an unrivaled metal worker, born in Troyes, France, and traveling to Paris at an early age as the pupil of Martin Cour. During his brilliant career, he executed a vast quantity of metalwork of astounding variety, becoming the most famous Parisian bronze chaser and gilder of the late 1700s. Gouthière was a master of chasing and invented a new type of gilding that left a matte finish. Combining polished with matte finishes to create varied effects on the surfaces of his bronzes, he made many types of objects, including furniture mounts, ornaments for mantelpieces and coaches, and mounts for porcelain or marble vases. He received commissions from some of the leading connoisseurs of his day. The collection of the duc d'Aumont served almost as a retrospective of Gouthière's work, displaying a range of items, including lacquer cabinets and chandeliers, all mounted with the artist's excellent bronze. Most notable were the many commissions he received for furniture from the court of Louis XVI, creating several bronzes, especially for Marie Antoinette. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Gouthière was successful and enjoyed an extravagant lifestyle. After 1775, however, the death of two of his major patrons and unwise financial speculations left him in dire financial difficulty. Madame du Barry, Louis XV's mistress, owed him 750,000 livres for nearly 20 years of work, and his inability to collect this debt finally forced him into bankruptcy in 1787. He died in poverty, still trying to make her heirs repay him. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Circa 1840 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e 18 1\/8“ high x 15” wide x 12“ deep","brand":"M.S. 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At the étui's base is an intricately carved wax seal, allowing one to conveniently seal their letter with their coat-of-arms before depositing it inside the étui for delivery. Stunning in its artistry and beauty, and perfectly preserved in its original green leather case this étui flawlessly reflects the 18th-century taste for classical refinement and delicate, intricate ornamentation.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Derived from the Old French word “estuier,” meaning “to keep or hold,” the étui was a remarkably versatile accessory. While some were employed for discreet exchanges, others held essential tools such as scissors, thimbles, bodkins, needles, makeup pencils or even a doctor’s lancet. This particular example bears the inscription \"ROLLAND,\" likely indicating its original owner. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Features French gold marks for Jacques Martin Petitjean, circa 1777 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Étui: 4 3\/4\" high x 3\/4\" wide x 5\/8\" deep\u003cbr\u003e Case: 5\" high x 1 1\/8\" wide x 7\/8\" deep","brand":"M.S. Rau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44579278913671,"sku":"32-0578","price":20220.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0083\/2471\/0466\/files\/32-0578_1.png?v=1781040192"},{"product_id":"louis-xvi-style-giltwood-table","title":"Louis XVI-Style Giltwood Table","description":"Louis XVI-Style Giltwood Table\u003cbr\u003e Circa 1860 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Fashioned in the Louis XVI style, this magnificent guéridon showcases the refined neoclassical aesthetic through its striking contrast of rich marble top with white veining and ornate gilt wood base. The circular framework features meticulously carved medallions with foliate rosettes, while four fluted legs adorned with cascading floral garlands provide support. A distinctive curved stretcher connects the legs, centered by an elaborate floral basket finial. This exquisite design epitomizes the transition from Rococo extravagance to Louis XVI restraint, combining classical symmetry with decorative richness in perfect balance. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Based on the furniture and decor created during the reign of French King Louis XVI (1774-1789), the Louis XVI style experienced a comeback in the 1860s in Europe and the eastern part of the United States. This revival reintroduced a formal classicism to furniture with an emphasis on simplicity, straight lines and symmetry. Slenderness of proportion was once again favored in furniture, as well as delicate classical motifs and understated luxury. Today, this elegant and timeless style remains highly prized. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e 32“ high x 30 1\/2” diameter ","brand":"M.S. Rau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42533115920519,"sku":"32-0735","price":34500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0083\/2471\/0466\/files\/32-0735_1.png?v=1743858581"},{"product_id":"louis-xvi-style-giltwood-console-table","title":"Louis XVI-Style Giltwood Console Table","description":"Louis XVI-Style Table\u003cbr\u003e Circa 1870 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e A fine Louis XVI-style console table with a beautiful giltwood base and rouge marble top. The table’s four fully carved legs, resembling architectural columns, are typical of the Neoclassical taste, and are accented by a raised mask cartouche in the center. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Based on the furniture and decor created during the reign of French King Louis XVI (1774-1789), the Louis XVI style experienced a revival in the 1860s in Europe and the eastern part of the United States. This revival reintroduced a formal classicism to furniture with an emphasis on simplicity, straight lines and symmetry. Slenderness of proportion was once again favored in furniture, as well as delicate classical motifs and understated luxury. Today, this elegant and timeless style remains highly prized. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e 35\" high x 45 1\/4\" wide x 21 1\/4\" deep","brand":"M.S. 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