How do I recognise a genuinely 18th century piece of furniture?

Look for the ébéniste's guild stamp struck beneath the piece or on the back of a drawer. Check the quality of the mercury-gilded bronze mounts, the natural patina of the wood, and hand-cut dovetail joints. Slight irregularities in drawer fit and consistent wear on the feet are all positive signs of age.

What furniture styles are typical of 18th century France?

The century divides broadly between Louis XV — flowing curves, cabriole legs, floral marquetry — and Louis XVI, with its straight lines, fluted columns and return to classical antiquity. The Régence style bridges the two, while the Directoire period anticipates the Empire style that followed.

What should I expect to pay for an 18th century antique?

Small decorative objects and period prints typically start from £200–£800. A quality side chair or small commode might range from £1,500 to £8,000, while a stamped piece by a major ébéniste or a fine mantel clock can reach well into five or six figures at auction or through specialist dealers.

How should I care for 18th century furniture?

Avoid direct sunlight and sudden changes in humidity. Feed the wood with natural beeswax twice a year. Never attempt to restore marquetry, gilding or bronze mounts yourself — always entrust such work to a qualified conservator-restorer with experience in period furniture.

Can 18th century antiques be shipped internationally?

Yes. Most professional dealers arrange specialist art-transport packaging and shipping across Europe and beyond. For high-value pieces, request a condition report before dispatch and ensure the item is covered by specialist fine-art insurance during transit.

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18th century furniture and decorative arts from professional antique dealers

966 objects found

LOUIS XV PERIOD CHEST OF DRAWERS

ANTIQUITES VANGEON — Chartres

5 800,00 €

18th C PEWTER DISH

Anne Besnard — Saint-Ouen

650,00 €

Personnages de Suisse, 4 gravures époque fin 18ème.

Sarl Cave — Limoges

150,00 €

MINIATURE ON IVORY

Sarl Cave — Limoges

680,00 €

Le peintre Vandick, eau-forte époque 18ème.

Sarl Cave — Limoges

35,00 €

LOUIS XVI PERIOD CHEST OF DRAWERS

Antiquités Lecomte — Héric

7 300,00 €

" Fête de Baccus ", Dieu de la Vigne, eau-forte époque 18ème.

Sarl Cave — Limoges

75,00 €

Scène près dun puit, gravure époque 18ème.

Sarl Cave — Limoges

60,00 €

Enfants, à la source, sous un arbre, gravure époque 18ème.

Sarl Cave — Limoges

80,00 €

" Journée du 10 Août 1792 "; eau-forte époque 18ème.

Sarl Cave — Limoges

130,00 €

Eau-Forte, sujet "La Bastille"; époque fin 18ème.

Sarl Cave — Limoges

130,00 €

18th C DRAWING

Sarl Cave — Limoges

420,00 €

LOUIS XVI PERIOD CHEST OF DRAWERS

Antiquités Lecomte — Héric

4 900,00 €

18th C WATERCOLOUR

Sarl Cave — Limoges

870,00 €

Personnages avec guillotine, eau-forte époque 18ème.

Sarl Cave — Limoges

95,00 €

Pont avec barques, eau-forte époque 18ème.

Sarl Cave — Limoges

80,00 €

Scène de bataille, eau-forte époque 18ème.

Sarl Cave — Limoges

LOUIS XVI PERIOD CONSOLE TABLE

Antiquités Lecomte — Héric

4 600,00 €

LOUIS XV PERIOD BUFFET

Antiquités Christophe Rochet — Villeurbanne

800,00 €

LOUIS XVI PERIOD CHEST OF DRAWERS

Antiquités Lecomte — Héric

4 300,00 €

BUREAU BOOKCASE

Antiquités Lecomte — Héric

12 800,00 €

Sanguine époque 18ème, avec cachet de collection.

Sarl Cave — Limoges

120,00 €

COMMODE CHAIR

Antiquités Lecomte — Héric

1 700,00 €

LOUIS XIII STYLE STAND

Antiquités Christophe Rochet — Villeurbanne

700,00 €

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