Louis XV

Also known as Louis Quinze, was a style popularized by King Louis XV of France. The Sun King reigned in France between 1715 and 1774. The furniture style from this period is similar to Rococo with soft, flowing lines, shell and flower ornamentation, S-curves, rich padded upholstery, rare wood veneers, inlaying and painted furniture.

French Provincial

Furniture and architectural styles created by craftsmen in the French provinces of Provence, Normandy, and Bordeaux, that tended to be simpler and more affordable version of the Louis XV style. Provincial furniture was usually produced from local woods such as oak, walnut, beech, and fruitwoods. Instead of veneers, decoration was added through carving and painting.

Commode

French form mimicking an English chest-of-drawers, dating from the mid 17th-century and very popular in the 18th century. Fashion greatly determined variances in styles and decoration, but commodes generally are wider than they are tall.

Provincial

Provincial is a style that is peasant-like and reflective of the countryside. This term is often associated with French Provincial-style which is defined by simpler, more affordable adaptations of luxurious pieces created for the monarchy.