Pair 19th Century French Napoleon III Period Bronze Dore Andirons ~ Bookends depict two charming cherubs playing music!  Originally the decorative portion of a pair of andirons, they're perfect for decorative accents or bookends.  Each figure is holding a musical instrument, with one also having sheet music in his lap.  Each is seated on lavishly designed...

Framed Oil Painting on Canvas by Flory Roland (1905-1978) is a splendid view of the quaint little community of Bellecombe in the Savoie region, equidistant from Geneva and Grenoble nestled in a valley of the Alps not too far from the Italian border.  The abrupt elevations of the mountains envelope the little settlement, contrasted with color by the artist...

Antique Hand-Painted French Porcelain Flower Vase features vivid coloration to provide a visual accent to your room, even before you fill it with fresh flowers!  Hand-painted in the round and finished with a gold rim, it is a lovely example of craftsmanship.Circa 1930sMeasures 9.5H x 3 in diameter

Framed Oil Painting on Canvas by L. Reymen is another example of the artist's excellent landscape work.  Here Reyman has used a gray-toned palette with hues of lavender and blues to capture the majesty of a snow-capped peak serving as a backdrop to a whitewater river fed from melting snow running directly into the foreground.  The composition represents...

Pair Antique Liegoise Louis XIV Side Chairs feature the graceful lines that are exceptionally ergonomic, designed before the word "ergonomic" had even been coined!  High, S-curved seatbacks with vertical slats conform to one's back in comfort, without horizontal ridges at all in the design.  Generous seat flares out with a trapezoidal shape, again, for...

Antique Framed Oil Painting on Canvas by Ludovic Janssen (1888-1954) is an unusual work being a landscape in a square format.  Janssen has used the emerging spring growth of the forest canopy to create a focal interest in the composition, set upon a swamp's edge in the lowlands of the Campine region.  He informally entitled the work Mars ~ French for...

19th Century French Louis XVI Round Marble Top End Table in Stripped Oak was meticulously hand-crafted from dense, old-growth oak in the neoclassical style for a truly timeless look.  Our proprietary stripped finish reveals the natural beauty and patina of the wood with no toxic chemicals used.  The circular marble top with its luxurious veining provides...

Framed Oil Painting on Panel by Lucien Hock (1899-1972) is a splendid composition capturing the natural beauty of the "Fagne du Nesselon", a region that is today on the border between northern France and southeastern Belgium known for its varied terrain and breathtaking vistas.  Here Hock invites the viewer into the scene with the use of a babbling brook...

Antique Framed Oil Painting on Canvas by Xavier Wurth (1869-1933) was created during the final months of World War I, wherein Wurth provided a method of excape from the horrors of the conflict via retreat to peaceful landscape surroundings, such as this charming river scene.  Depicting a misty Spring morning, its palette covers a broad range of...

Antique Framed Oil Painting on Board by J S Burnet depicts an elegant manoir in the forest, most likely a hunting lodge or second home for an affluent family.  Such homes were opulent in their own right, and represented a way for the family to escape the hustle and bustle of the urban environment.  Utilizing a gray palette, the artist has depicted an...

Early 19th Century French Directoire Period Stripped Oak Buffet is an historically significant piece, recalling the period as France transitioned out of the Empire style into a more staid architecture and level of embellishment that realized the essence of classicism.  Diagonal patterns cut into the panels and drawers are accentuated by the fine molded...

Antique Hand-Painted Earthenware Jug was hand-thrown from local clays then given a glaze on top of which cobalt blue was deftly hand-painted to create a stylized naturalistic theme.  Natural corks were used as stoppers, and such vessels were used to contain a wide variety of comestibles.Circa early 1900sMeasures 13H x 8 in diameter

Antique Hand-Painted Earthenware Jug was hand-thrown from local clays then given a glaze on top of which cobalt blue was deftly hand-painted to create a stylized naturalistic theme.  Natural corks were used as stoppers, and such vessels were used to contain a wide variety of comestibles.Circa early 1900sMeasures 13H x 8 in diameter

Antique Hand-Painted Earthenware Jug was hand-thrown from local clays then given a glaze on top of which cobalt blue was deftly hand-painted to create a stylized naturalistic theme.  Natural corks were used as stoppers, and such vessels were used to contain a wide variety of comestibles.Circa early 1900sMeasures 11.5H x 8.5 in diameter

Grand Antique French Walnut Louis XIV Marble Top Buffet ~ Sideboard is a masterpiece of the cabinetmaker's art, measuring eight feet in width!  Rendered from sumptuous walnut, it features an intriguing design that comprises four cabinets positioned above a magnificently carved apron which is a work of art unto itself.  The undulating apron stretches the...

Framed Oil Painting on Canvas is a charming rendition of a group of homesteads by the riverside, featuring a windswept sky over a lush forested area with the homes perched close to the banks.  A humanistic touch is provided by the planted flowers in bloom, with the simple small watercraft adding to the charm.Circa late 1900sMeasures 24H x 28W

Antique Framed Oil Painting by Marcel Lizen (1887-1946) is an extraordinary landscape with charming architectural feature depicting an inviting country road that leads by a thatch-roofed cottage nestled amidst the forest.  One can see a neighboring cottage in the distance, with late afternoon shadows providing an interesting lighting effect.  Survives in...

Set of 6 Mid-Century Renaissance Revival Dining Chairs feature finely carved seatback crowns and finely turned legs and stretchers below, with a subtly carved apron.  Generous seatbacks and seat provide ample comfort.  Hand-crafted from solid old-growth oak to last for generations.  Upholstery needs to be replaced with your coordinating fabric.Circa...

Antique French Empire Mahogany Marble Top Buffet with Bronze is an exquisite example of fine French cabinetry, with the emphasis on the finest materials, design and craftsmanship!  Exotic mahogany was used to form the casework which is a design that includes a pair of drawers and a pair of cabinet doors over a full-width open display shelf.  Rectilinear...

19th Century Copper & Brass Teapot was hand-made to last for decade after decade, and built so it could be periodically refurbished and repaired, good for another decade or two each time!  The combination of brass lid knob and swiveling handle contrasts nicely with the copper body, which was hand-dovetailed and soldered for generations of usage!Circa...

19th Century Brass Tea Kettle is a charming reminder of a bygone era, when vessels such as this were hand-made by metal smiths trained in their skills by their forefathers.  Note the hand-soldered seams and hand-hammered rivets.  An intriguing onion dome shape has been hammered into the handle designed to isolate the user's hands from the hot vessel when...

Pair Antique French Louis XV Walnut Marble Top Nightstands were rendered from sumptuous indigenous walnut with tailored lines for the casework contrasting the boldly scrolled and carved cabriole legs, four of which support each piece!  Topped with luxuriously veined marble for carefree elegance, each is a mirror image of the other, with left hinged...

Antique Hand-Painted Frosted Glass Flower Vase features a graceful, elegant shape inspired by ancient Greek architecture, and was embellished by a talented artist with rich lavender, white and gold paint in a wonderful Art Deco interpretation of vines and berry clusters.  Perfect for adding a finishing touch to your decor!Circa 1920sMeasures 12H x 4.5 in...

19th Century French Louis XVI Painted Needlepoint Armchair is a study in classical elegance!  The hand-carved framework features a contoured, oval seatback and generously sized seat, all upholstered in painstakingly crafted needlepoint tapestry.  The carved embellishment which includes ribbon, acanthus plume and rosette motifs, is enhanced both by the...

Mid-Century Framed Oil Painting on Canvas by Ed Florens dated 1954 is a splendid still life which comes from a centuries-old tradition of such a genre in Europe, and has been carried out in this work with a cool palette to create a calming effect.  Fitted in its original painted frame, it blends the impressionistic with the surreal, interspersed with rich...

19th Century French Faience 8 piece Hand-Painted Tea Service represents the remarkably unique and definitively French porcelains produced in the fabled region around Rouen!  Hand-made, each piece is meticulously hand-painted with an intricate design inspired by nature across the entire facade.  Designed as a set, the platter helps protect table tops in...

19th Century French Belle Epoque Statue by Victor Rousseau (1865-1954) displays the artist's talents in emulating the style that glorified rural life during the waning years of the 19th century.  Cast in spelter and given a patinaed multi-hued bronze finish, it is set upon a turned wood base faux-painted to look like rouge marble.  The sculpture depicts a...

Pair 19th Century French Faience Hand-Painted Plates exhibit a wonderfully colorful and charming example of the exquisite porcelains coming from the Rouen region over the past several centuries!  Sharing a similar bordering design and coloration, the central scenes that are the focal points depict a man seated with a bagpipe on one, and a fair maiden on...

Pair 19th Century French Neoclassical Cast Iron Garden Vases ~ Jardinieres are perfect for outdoors or indoors as well!  Classic design dates back to ancient Rome and Greece, with an inverted bell shape which transitions into a flared and squared base.  Cast in solid iron to last for centuries!Circa 1870sEach measures 22H x 15 in diameter

Framed Oil Painting on Canvas by Ewald Kreusch (1895-1960) is a delightful study of an old-growth forest with a footworn path leading on to adventures beyond the horizon.  Kreusch has used a splendid palette with varying shades of green to create a lush look that invites one into the scene.  Survives in its original frame.Ewald Kreusch was born to German...

Antique Decorative Hand-Painted Imari Plate is a colorful accent that will bring a vibrant effect to your decor!  Rich cobalt blues and deep copper red hues pop off of the pure white kaolin-quality white porcelain clay, with intricate design work inspired by nature in a pleasing circular work, centered with a flower vase.Circa early 1900sMeasures 8.5 in...

Antique Balance Scale was designed for refined or gourmet cooks for use at home.  It is stamped with "household scales" on one side, and on the other side it's indicated that it is not for commercial use.  A bar holds the sliding weights for convenience in use, and two sizes of pans hold the items to be weighed.   Set on a stamped steel base for stability...

Antique Bronze D'Ore Cherub Statue on Onyx Candlestick celebrates classic beauty! The representation of an innocent cherub clothed in vines and wearing a flower garland and carrying a pan flute shows the figure holding aloft a torchere which leads the eye up to the candle holder.  The gold finish is original and is complemented by the double-tiered onyx...

Antique Cranberry Glass Hand-Cut Crystal Decanter is an exquisite example of a master glass artist!  Using the rich ruby-colored crystal to contrast with the clear crystal, the artisan created facets and segments, enhancing the design with incised patterns, diamond grids and florals with an etched finish.  Original stopper only adds more elegance!Circa...

Antique Copper Top Folding End Table is a unique solution to your furnishings requirements!  The six legged supports, all turned from wood, are connected with stretchers decorated with spooling, and the legs fold for storage.  The top is embossed copper, rests on the legs by gravity alone, making it easy to remove for storage or serving.  A charming...