Louis XVI style

Region: France    Period: 1890–1930    Tag: Glossary

Louis XVI style is a decorative style that emerged in France in the late 18th century during the reign of Louis XVI (1774–1791). It is characterised by a restrained neoclassical aesthetic, with an emphasis on symmetry, straight lines, and geometric forms. Ornamentation typically includes classical motifs.

In the late 19th and early 20th century, the Louis XVI style was occasionally applied to exclusive stereoscopes. In this context, the style was used to convey refinement and luxury, with stereoscopes incorporating classical decorative elements.