An Italian early 18th century Louis XIV period Louis XV st. Giltwood and Bréche Violette marble console

List: $29,800.00

A stunning and most impressive Italian early 18th century Louis XIV period Louis XV st. Giltwood and Bréche Violette marble console. This exquisite rectangular freestanding console is raised by elegantly scrolled and impressive cabriole legs supported on hoof feet. Each... — Read More

Item # 14014
H: 35.25 in L: 56 in D: 26.25 in
H: 90 cm L: 142 cm D: 67 cm
Italy
18th Century
Giltwood, Marble/Stone
Louis XIV Period Read More, Louis XV st. Read More

(Louis XIV Period) - Louis XIV style, also known as French Classicism, was thought of and intended to glorify the Sun King and his reign via the majesty and harmony of its style. Louis XIV's style consisted of three different time periods with French Classicism being the first and under the control of regent Anne of Austria. The second period was under the personal rule of the King and became more classical, ostentatious, and victorious, culminating in the building of the Chateau of Versailles. Later in the second phase of King Louis XIV’s reign, came the invention of marquetry which changed French furniture with the decoration of different colors and woods. Most famous for his creations during this period is André Charles Boulle.

(Louis XV st.) - Also known as Louis Quinze or Rocaille, this style followed the traditions of French décor, until it took on a life and look of its own with decorations and motifs becoming more exuberant. The style was heavily influenced by the mistress of Louis XV, Madame de Pompadour, and marked the beginning of the Rococo movement. In his old age, from 1750 – 1774, Louis XV showed more signs of constraint in his design style and this period showed more signs of French Neoclassicism.

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