French Style Furniture

French style furniture. Traditional is BACK! Sophisticated and elegant doesn't mean stuffy or uncomfortable. During pre-revolutionary times, style originated with the king.  Entire workshops with the best artists were dedicated to creating and producing decorative arts for the royal family alone reaching design heights during the reigns of Louis XV and Louis XVI not seen before or since. Original pieces are difficult to find and delicate for daily use, but you can have living room furniture and bedroom furniture with the same classic designs in quality reproductions. Enhance your home decorating with a single piece or an entire room. For reference, French dictionary of design terms; home decorating style guide by period. For accessories, Interior Decorating. Add French-Luxury to your favorites so you can check for new items easily. Also see French Country Furniture. Go to: Classic French Chairs, French Tables, French Chests

Classic French Chairs

Lucerne Cane Back Chair - Frontgate	Sylvestre Chair	Versailles Bergere Chair
The muted driftwood finish adds to the chair’s vintage appeal. Comfortable, loose cushion is covered in a neutral cotton- and silk-blended fabric reminiscent of heavy linen. Has the warmth and character of a vintage find. Petite scale suitable for smaller spaces. The Lucerne Cane Back Chair brings the sophistication of French design to a room	Featuring a vintage white washed caned back and sides, this elegant reproduction of a Louis XV style bergere chair is given new life. The plush white upholstery coordinates with the beauty of the cane and sits on graceful cabriole legs	Inspired by the splendor of the French palace of it's namesake, we've created a chair of such distinction that it's sure to become a piece to pass down through the generations. The wood frame is gently carved and finished in a fine, almost burnished, gold that contrasts beautifully against the subtle texture of the plush upholstery. Sink into the deep comfort of the down and fiber cushion. The back is upholstered to be as stunning from the back as it is from the front. Choose to leave as shown with creamy white back and seat with contrasting patterned cushion and woven back, or choose from our many fabric options to create your own look!

Marseilles Chair - Frontgate	Marseilles Ottoman - Frontgate	Triomphe Oval Back Chair - Frontgate
The Marseilles Chair is an exemplary bergère, designed in classic Louis XVI style. The plush cushions are covered in a jacquard-woven, yarn-dyed fabric with a velvet coral pattern. Outside shell upholstered with a coordinating solid for a designer look. When paired with the Marseilles Ottoman, it makes a great reading chair in a bedroom or cozy place to watch television	Designed in classic Louis XVI style.	Triomphe Chair celebrates its Louis XVI heritage with a classic medallion back and intricate handcarved details. This traditional style is complemented a mix of designer fabrics. The back is upholstered in a beautiful stripe, while the seat cushion is covered in soft, neutral velvet

Provence Chair - Frontgate	Montague Chair - Frontgate	Richardson Chair - Grandin Road
Sink into the comfort of our generously scaled Provence Chair, and you may never want to leave. With its slightly bowed front, carved wood trim, and turned legs, this bergère chair features a richly textured design. Exquisite upholstery is punctuated with antiqued brass nailhead trim that encircles the base of the chair and upholstered back.	Montague Armchair captures the enduring beauty of traditional French style. Handsome chenille damask upholstery is enhanced with rich, embossed brown leather for a masculine appeal that's well suited for an entryway, den, or study	ultra-comfortable cotton-upholstered, cushioned seat and back. Crafted on a solid-hardwood frame. Cabriole legs with espresso finish. Finish is hand applied and may vary slightly. Arrives fully assembled. Our Richardson Chair has all the formality of a Louis XV, but is dressed in casual cotton upholstery. Scrolling arms, a serpentine skirt, and cabriole legs recall the graceful profile of a Bergère armchair. This classic chair is elegant enough for the drawing room, and perfectly comfortable for curling up with a great novel

Maison Settee	Maison Sofa
European romance is embodied in subtly hand-carved curves and finely filled linen cushions. The natural oak frame envelopes you in comfort as you snuggle into the feather-filled cushion. Hand-carved details feature delicate edging, diminutive peaks, and delightful cushioned armrest. Beautiful enough for a formal sitting room, yet comfortable enough for a casual living room	Lose yourself in the luxury and romance of this soft, sumptuous sofa of the most luxe, lush linen. The sweeping design of the natural oak and gracefully rounded frame, a contemporary nod to the French country style, is accentuated by subtle hand-carved edges and untouched beauty of unfinished oak. Sink deeply and relax into the opulent cushions of feather and fiber

Bastille Lounge Chair	Leon Chair
Admired for it's durability and cherished for its natural beauty, unfinished natural oak and linen mix elegantly in this sophisticated armchair. Simple scrolls and subtle edging are lovingly carved into the frame, alluding to the 19th century craftsmen of the French salons. Relax and sink into the down blend filled cushions, perfect for any room in the house and uniquely chosen by us for the softest addition to any room	Reserved originally for royalty and the social elite, the wingback chair sits in grandeur with the stunning signature wings elegantly curving downward from the subtly curved back. Originally designed to protect from drafty houses and roaring fires, the wings and frame are finely finished with small antiqued tacks, a perfect touch to this modern take on an old classic. The front is plushly upholstered with natural linen and a down blend fill. Openly woven hemp adds a visual contrast on the back

Marquis Arm Chair	Marquis Ottoman	Hand Carved Louis Wood Louis Armchair With Natural Linen Upholstery
As the proverb says," How beautiful it is to do nothing, and then rest afterwards". Truly unwind in beautiful style with our Marquis Arm Chair. Hand-carved limed grey oak is paired with a linen colored hemp cushion to create a style that is both show stopping and lavishly comfortable. Pair with the Marquis Ottoman for a truly pleasing look and feel fit for Parisian royalty	As the proverb says," How beautiful it is to do nothing, and then rest afterwards". Truly unwind in beautiful style with our Marquis Arm Chair. Hand-carved limed grey oak is paired with a linen colored hemp cushion to create a style that is both show stopping and lavishly comfortable. Pair with the Marquis Ottoman for a truly pleasing look and feel fit for Parisian royalty	This hard wood hand carved Louis XIV inspired armchair is upholstered with a natural linen for a vintage, undone feel.  The scalloping along the bottom paired with the grayish wood and burlap inspired linen work together to create an unfussy yet refined piece.

Heather Chaise in Creme	Inessa Settee with Optional Helene Cushion	Hand-woven Aubusson Jason Bench
This beautiful chaise features hand carved cartouches and delicate caning	Elegant Inessa Settee has channeled and berried-laurel carved hardwood frame. The arched back and down swept arms are double caned on tapering stop-fluted legs. The Helene Cushion is sold separately. The cushion is hand-woven Aubusson and is filled with down and feather insert	Hand-carved, hand-finished wood, with hand-woven handspun Aubusson cover in a beautiful brown floral

Lillian French Chair in Gold-Set of Two	Louis XV Cane Back Chair-Set of Two	Louis XV Bergere Cane Back Chair
This Lillian French chair in gold leaf looks charming in a powder room at a vanity or in the bedroom. A handmade needlepoint chair cushion is available	Hand carved channeled Louis XV frame with rounded cane back and seat, the arms with scroll terminals, on cabriole legs with scroll-carved feet. Four handmade seat cushions are available to complement this chair	A traditional European inspired cane back chair has a multi colored hand painted finish with the dominate hue being Parisian blue. Golden accents add to the antique, heirloom quality of the chair

Portugal Bench	Hand Carved Wood Wing Chair With Two Tone Upholstery	Instrument Brass Bench
This elegant carved bench measures 31" x 50" x 19"W. It features swooping curves, rosettes and a shell motif	This beautifully hand crafted wing chair is a chic accent in your homes decor, perfect for creating a refined vintage look. The charcoal wood is complimented by the natural upholstery on the front and then a coordinating check on the outside, which creates a unique, one-of-a-kind feel every designer looks for	Hand carved bench upholstered with hand-woven aubusson cover and finished with antiqued brass nail heads and hand applied gold leaf

Anneliese Chair	Anneliese Ottoman	Anneliese Chair in Pink Gingham
A cozy spot perfect for reading or lounging! This vintage piece will make a posh statement in any room décor. Ornate details make this piece stand out. Chair features a washed powder blue finish with scrumptious cream silk fabric. Beautiful carvings accented with lush fabric create a timeless look of beauty	An ottoman is a great addition to any room. Visually appealing and functional at the same time, this ottoman can be used as a vanity stool to sit on, or to just prop your feet up. Features a washed powder blue finish with scrumptious cream silk fabric. Beautiful carvings accented with lush fabric create a timeless look of beauty	A cozy spot perfect for reading or lounging! This vintage piece will make a posh statement in any room decor. Ornate details make this piece stand out. Chair features an Antico Snow finish and silk pink gingham fabric. Beautiful carvings accented with lush fabric create a timeless look of beauty. Optional ottoman

Seyant French Chair	Miriam Chair in Versailles Finish	Tiffany Bench
Add an elegant antique look to your sitting room with this French-inspired chair. Made of solid wood, it features a hand-painted green finish with gold accents. Finish is distressed to enhance the aged feel	This vintage style chair will have you seated in sophistication! Beautiful carvings accented by gold with a Versailles distressed finish create a timeless look of beauty. Caning and cabriole legs complete the look	This vintage piece of furniture will make a posh statement. Beautiful carvings accented by gold with a Versailles distressed finish create a timeless look of beauty. This upholstered French style bench features a blush velvet seat

French Tables and French Chests

Wallingford Armoire	Victoire Chest	Seyant Chest
This armoire will make an undeniable presence in your home. Showcasing a look of grandeur, it features royal gold gilding and defined lines. The rich black finish adds sophistication to this remarkable piece. Also available in other finish options. Hand crafted from 100% alder and birch wood.	Echoing the stately elegance of the French Directoire style, this chest bears fluted columns and intricately turned legs. Handcrafted from walnut solids and veneers, it has three oak-lined drawers, each with a cast-brass escutcheon and a festoon-shaped pull. The working lock has a green tassel. The chest is painted in shades of ivory and taupe, and then weathered and edge rubbed for a rich patina	This ornate chest is the perfect accent to the most elegant of rooms. Made of solid wood, it features two drawers and a hand-painted green finish with gold accents. Finish is heavily distressed to enhance the antique look

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