19th Century French Renaissance Revival Hunt Buffet is an incredible example of the grandeur of the Renaissance Revival that captivated Europe during the last quarter of the 1800s.  Utilizing select old-growth oak, the craftsmen created an impressive design that provides visual impact, yet is relatively narrow!  An heraldic crest adorns the crown, flanked...

Pair 19th Century Flemish Renaissance Bookcases ~ Buffets with Stained Glass will make an unusual symmetrical statement for any room, perfect for flanking fireplaces, doorways, cased openings, etc., to create a truly one-of-a-kind look for your home!  The bold crown molding above elongated egg is accented by lions' heads corbels with brass rings, under...

19th Century Flemish Renaissance Confiturier ~ Cabinet in Stripped Oak hails from the Antwerp region, and exhibits the definitive combination of geometric forms with Renaissance-inspired carved detail set with the constraints of neoclassical architecture.  The surprisingly spacious beveled top rests on the upper drawer tier which is defined by a carved...

Pair Rustic Vintage Corner Wine Cabinets ~ Vitrines are perfect for your entertainment room!  Situated in adjacent corners, you can take advantage of otherwise dead space and create a charming Old World effect that serves a great purpose!  Use them to store your favorite adult beverages, or simply as general storage in style.  Forged strap hinges support...

19th Century French Louis XIV Patinaed Bronze & Gilt Bronze Chandelier is a master work of the Belle Epoque Period!  Meticulously hand-cast in solid bronze with gilt bronze accents, it was designed for an opulent home before the days of widespread availability of electric lighting.  One can definitely see an Italianate influence in the expression of...

Early 19th Century Country French Armoire from Lorraine in Stripped Oak represents a remarkably early example of abstract art rendered by a rural artisan far removed from the centers of furniture craftsmanship at the time, located in Paris, Lyon and Bordeaux.  From a distance the piece looks like most typical armoires of the period, but as one approaches...

19th Century French Louis XV Walnut Marble Top Buffet features subtly curvaceous naturalistic lines accented with shell and foliate carvings, with an interesting design that includes two drawers above two cabinets flanking an open display section with a single shelf.  The scrolled apron is carved with shell and foliates as well, supported by scrolled legs...

19th Century French Louis Philippe Pine Secretary ~ Bookcase is an unusual combination of tailored elegance melded with a casual impression providing both storage and a work surface, all in one!  Hand-crafted from solid pine, it features the trademark classically inspired architecture with a minimum of embellishment found in the molding detail, the...

Antique French Louis XIV Wall Cabinet ~ Display Case is a great option for those who wish to conserve floor space yet still have keepsake items to store and show off!  The design features a rectilinear case enhanced by a demiline dome at the center, carved with shell and stylized foliate accents.  The crown overlooks three doors with arched, glazed...

19th Century French Louis XVI Painted Trumeau ~ Mirror is a majestic reminder of the classical revival that swept Europe during the era.  Stately neoclassical architecture abounds in the design, from the tailored crown molding to the pilasters on both sides embellished with musical instruments, florals, foliates and ribbon in full relief and enhanced with...

Pair 19th Century Bronze Candlestick Floor Lamps is a remarkable find!  Heavy cast bronze comprises the entirety of the candlestick, featuring intricate turnings and a castellated bobeche at top, contrasting with the footed tripod base below.  Such candlesticks were intended for rooms with a grand scale, so using them as a floor lamp in more typical home...

Antique Country French Painted Round End Table features timeless Louis XV-inspired styling and a patinaed painted finish with gold highlighting, that has crackling on the top covered by glass so you can enjoy its attractiveness for decades to come!  Carved floral and foliate embellishments highlighted in gold are enhanced by the graceful scroll of the...

Antique Framed Oil Painting on Canvas by Wellens is a stunning still life work, with amazing technique in coloration, texture and composition.  Wellens has used a variety of application techniques to create a distinctive texture to the work, while masterfully blending his colors to appear simultaneously vibrant yet restrained.  The choice of a simple...

Pair 19th Century French Louis XIII Armchairs are of a grand size for their time, making them ideal for 21st century homes!  Beautifully carved with graceful armrests and lions' paw feet, each features a carved transverse apron across the front for a masculine touch.As of this writing, an identical pair is also available, viewable by clicking on the...

19th Century French Empire Marble Top Center Table represents a timeless style executed with tailored elegance from exotic imported mahogany and indigenous gray marble for a look that transcends the centuries!  From the days of Napoleon and Josephine the style has added opulence to some of the finest homes of Europe while retaining a subtle sophistication...

Antique Italian Inlaid Walnut Game Table is an unusual find, and will provide decades of enjoyment and good looks for your family!  The understated elegance of the cabriole legs and subtly scrolled apron reflect a more restrained interpretation of the style, with a minimum of carved embellishment primarily in the feet, but with visual enhancements...

19th Century Country French Fountain with Porcelain Reservoir & Basin is a charming ode to a bygone era!  Back before hot & cold running water, it was desirable for family members and farm hands to have a place to wash up before coming inside for meals or at the end of the day.  Fountains like this allowed the placement of water and a basin for...

Rustic Antique Dining Table ~ Trestle Table in Solid Oak is yet another perfect choice for any family, being virtually indestructible while still affording more seating room than most tables due to its width over eight feet!  Knee room is maximized since the one and a half inch thick top planks need no supporting apron.  The lyre shape of the legs cut in...

Antique French Chinoiserie Hand-Painted Beveled Mirror is a splendid example of French craftsmanship imitating Oriental style!  The elegant, unusually shaped mirror frame was first covered in black enamel to create an ebonized effect, then meticulously hand-painted with Oriental scenes around the frame, all rendered in gold for contrast, with red tones...

Antique French Louis XVI Walnut Dining Table ~ Game Table is ideal for the efficient floor plan, comfortably seating four, all of which can revel in the sumptuousness of the fine French walnut, considered Europe's premier furniture wood.  Oval shape is almost round, and features a beveled edge with a tailored apron interrupted by plinths carved with...

Pair Solid Brass & Crystal French Style Wall Sconces will add timeless elegance to any room!  Three chandelier base sockets covered by realistic candlesleeve covers that don't melt even with incandescent lighting, the fixtures consist of solid brass from the candle base to the wall mount, and beautiful cut crystals add opulence from the spire on top...

This PAIR of Antique French Louis XVI Oval Marquetry Nightstands ~ End Tables is truly a fantastic find!  Providing a larger surface than typical French nightstands yet with an oval form that presents absolutely no sharp corners anywhere, they are ideal for the bedside, flanking a sofa, next to your favorite chair, you name it!  Finished all around,...

Set of 4 Mid-Century Chinese Vases ~ Garniture will provide a variety of decorating possibilities!  Consisting of a pair of lidded urns mated with a pair of open vases, all designed and painted to match, they can be used together or as separate pairs.  Hand-painted in lively copper red, sky blue, goldenrod and emerald green, each features a graceful shape...

19th Century French Napoleon III Period Walnut Center Table with Original Carrara Marble is a magnificent representation of the era during which France's last monarch revived every French style since the origins of the Gothic design in the mid-12th century!  Utilizing indigenous, sumptuous French walnut, the artisans crafted a tailored apron upon which...

Antique French Louis XVI Bronze Chandelier is a spectacular design, inspired by ancient Greek and Roman architecture!  The original canopy survives, cast to depict a laurel rosette, which leads the eye down to the top of the fixture which has been cast to depict a bow of ribbon.  Cascading down from the bow are cast chain segments connected to each...

19th Century French Neoclassical Louis XVI Marble Top Buffet ~ Credenza features a 20" depth for voluminous storage yet even though it's seven feet wide, the broadly rounded sides creates a minimal impact on traffic flow in the room.  Hand-crafted from solid oak and slabs of wonderfully veined marble, the design includes four drawers and four cabinet...

19th Century French Renaissance Bookcase ~ Bibliotheque is a stunning testament to the artistic talents of French sculptors combined with master craftsman cabinetmaking skills.  Utilizing hand-select old-growth oak, a two-tiered design was created making it versatile for storing and displaying much more than books ~ your imagination is the only...

19th Century Country French Painted Confiturier ~ Cabinet is a charming ode to the rural life in France, but with typical French flair!  The beveled top is only 18 inches deep, making it very traffic friendly.  A full width drawer with just a modicum of bordering appears at the top, accessed with a steel bale pull.  Steel hinges mount the finely detailed...

19th Century French Walnut Neoclassical Petit File Cabinet is truly an unusual find!  Appearing to be, at first glance, a large nightstand, it is in fact much larger at typical buffet height, and features a single exterior drawer above a cabinet that opens to reveal four pull-out open face interior drawers.  Perfect for storing paperwork and filing, it...

Set of Antique Arts & Crafts Mahogany Inlaid Nesting Tables combine refined cabinetry with an inherently rustic design for a very versatile addition to any decor!  Crafted from fine mahogany, each features an inlaid border around the top edge with finely figured veneer oriented perpendicular to the exquisite grain of the top itself.  Normally two and...

19th Century French Louis XIV Marble Top Commode ~ Chest of Drawers exudes a stately elegance that is truly timeless!  Hand-crafted from dense, old-growth oak, it features a casework that is framed by full length scrolled cornerposts carved with acanthus plumes and bell flowers above and below, with flared feet tipped with escargots.  What appears to be...

Vintage Louis XIV Gilded Mirror will make a great choice for most any decor!  With a width to height proportion of roughly two to one, it can either be mounted vertically or horizontally, depending on your needs.  The classic design of the foliate pattern equally applied on all four sides has been given a lovely aged gold finish.  The silvering is very...

19th Century Gilded & Painted French Louis XVI Firescreen with Tapestry was designed to provide an attractive cover for the fireplace during the summer months, as well as provide a shield from radiant heat that was perhaps too intense for those sitting closest to a blazing fire during the winter months.  This example features a light and airy design,...

19th Century Country French Bookcase is a splendid way to display any collection, keepsakes or memorabilia!  Hand-crafted from solid oak and carved with a natural charm that is a common trait of rural French furnishings, it features a broad arched crown centered with a floral bouquet and flanked with wildflower sprays.  Complementary carvings with...

Antique Iron Cage Wine Bottle Rack is the perfect choice for a wine connoisseur or a restaurant owner!  Designed to hold up to 150 bottles, it was constructed of steel and has seen at least two painted finishes in its lifetime so far.  The front gates hook over the top and can be secured with a hasp lock if so desired.  The back includes integral tabs...