French Style Chairs

Straight lines were rare among the French styles of the 18th and 19th centuries. Louis XIV and XV style chairs typically have curved legs and arms, with medium height backs. These cushioned chairs are often adorned with designs and crests, and the arms of most are curled in the 'scroll' style.

The Louis XVI period saw chairs get a bit straighter, with more rectangular backs and less curvy legs and arms, though the legs were often ornamented. French style chairs are some of the most commonly reproduced, so beware of fakes.