All six containers arriving at our Dallas Design District showroom for 2019 are filled with treasures from the Continent ~ over 1,000 new items from which to choose!
19th Century French Renaissance Revival Library Table ~ End Table will introduce a splendid masculine air to your room. Fitted with solid oak planks on top with beveled edges and mitered corners, it is supported by an apron carved all around with elongated egg motif enhanced with acanthus flourishes. On each corner appears lion's heads in full relief...
Antique Hand-Painted Platter from Hutschenreuther of Bavaria is a delightful rose pattern, intricately painted around the entire perimeter with the foliate edges highlighted in gold, and centered with lovely rose bouquets in lively jewel tones at the centers. Perfect for display or for livening up your entertaining!As of this writing a matching footed...
Antique Hand-Painted Oval Platter from Germany, probably around the region of Dresden, is a delightful rose pattern, intricately painted around the entire perimeter with the edges highlighted in gold, and pierced with slots following the contours of the edge, which is difficult to master but creates an unforgettable result! Designed for serving in style...
Set of 3 Antique Hand-Painted Decorative Plates from Bavaria are perfect for decorative accents on the wall, in a case, or for serving to special guests. Each one has been exquisitely and artistically hand-painted with different floral themes in lovely natural and jewel tones to liven up your decor.Circa early 1900sEach measures 6 in diameter
Antique English Walnut Chippendale Tea Warmer ~ Jardiniere is a fascinating ode to a bygone era! Lovingly hand-carved from luxurious walnut imported from France, it features a stylized relief carving on the boldly scrolled legs that displays an obvious Baroque style influence. Featuring cast brass handles on each side, it also sports a brass insert that...
Antique French Louis XVI Mantel Mirror is a great way to dress up your mantel, a counter, or any surface against a wall! Crafted from solid quarter-sawn oak, it features a neoclassical architecture that utilizes a broad arch at the center trimmed with beaded molding, with sides carved with bell flowers. The mirror is in sections, with cast brass...
Antique Rustic Dutch Painted Rush Seat Chair will add a special charm to your favorite room! Constructed in the classic Rustic European fashion with turned stretchers supporting turned legs and a subtly scrolled apron which supports the rush seat which in this case remains in very good condition, probably thanks to the use of a cushion for decades. The...
Antique French Neogothic Crown ~ Panel ~ Valence is suitable for decorating a cased opening, above a fireplace mantel, or for concealing a curtain rod over a window. Hand-crafted and carved from solid oak, it will easily outlast the home in which it's placed!Circa early 1900sMeasures 8H x 88W x 2D
19th Century Column Pediment makes the perfect base to display a special statue, vase or objet d'art, and can even be a decorative element all by itself!Circa 1870sMeasures 8H x 12W x 12D
19th Century Country French Spelter Inkwell will make a charming addition to your desk or collection! The theme glorifies country life, with wildflowers, a section of fence, freshly harvested wheat, and of course a rooster crowing. The oval base is footed and features laurel swags and a heraldic crest design for added visual appeal. A rustic finish...
Pair Napoleon III Period Glazed Faience Table Lamps with Bronze Bases will make a timeless style addition to any room, enhanced by the craftsmanship and quality of a bygone era! Two earthenware urns were hand-painted so they're a pair, but each is its own individual work. The jewel tones of the flowers and foliate designs appear on the almost black...
Mid-Century Neogothic Leather Top Desk by Jansen & Sons of Amsterdam is a splendid result of high-grade materials and expert craftsmanship producing heirloom-quality furnishings that can be enjoyed for generations! The tailored lines of this design show just a hint of the Gothic influence evident in the castellated arches of the doors and front...
Mid-Century French Neoclassical Brass & Etched Glass Footed Centerpiece will bring a splash of color and the smell of fresh flowers to your table or sideboard, and perform it with classic style! Embossed to a high degree of meticulous detail with floral garlands set on a fluted background all around the sides of the brass container, it is supported...
Mid-Century Chrome & Glass Coffee Table combines subtle classical elements in a modern, contemporary look that is truly timeless! The full-coverage glass top ensures you never have to worry about rings or spills, while the chromed framework adds a subtle glamor to the room. Fluted column legs and "X" style stretcher are accented with beaded rings...
19th Century French Gothic Oak Buffet is a marvel of hand-worked craftsmanship and the sculptor's art, all in one piece! Rendered from old-growth oak, it features linenfold panels on each side, with mitered corners leading the eye to the central focal point of four sculpted relief works depicting what appears to be a knight and three architects or...
Pair Antique Italian Hand-Carved Walnut Pedestals make great decorative accents, or can be used to display small objets d'art. The neoclassical architecture is enhanced by the framed Greek coin motif on one facade, with boldly molded crown and base. The carved detail makes them especially attractive and versatile!Circa early 1900sEach measures 12H x 6W...
19th Century French Louis XV Mahogany Marble Top Nightstand represents the restrained interpretation of the style, featuring acanthus fronds on the shoulders of the four cabriole legs, each with escargot feet, as the only carved detail in the design. Elegantly contoured molding provides a highlight to the casework and apron. A full width drawer and...
18th Century Italian Renaissance Walnut Buffet is a fascinating combination of Renaissance-inspired carved detail contrasting with pyramidal forms appearing on each cabinet door. Hand-sculpted from solid Italian walnut, it is of relatively diminutive size making it useful in places where typical pieces from this period are too large. Bold molding detail...
18th Century Country French Buffet is a marvelous artifact that dates back to the infancy of the United States of America, where France's King Louis XVI assisted with the successful revolution that changed history forever! The good King was also known for collaborating with his Queen to revive the classical architecture and stylistic expressions that had...
Neoclassical Pedestal ~ Column in Distressed Painted Finish is the perfect choice to display statuary, vases or objets d'art in timeless style! Rendered from modern resin materials and given a distressed painted finish to look like a real stone column base from antiquity, it was designed for interior use and is surprisingly lightweight since it's hollow,...
19th Century French Louis XV Walnut Marble Top Nightstand is a classic example of the genre, rendered in sumptuous French walnut and topped with beautifully veined marble for a timeless effect. The front facade has been beautifully carved directly into the cabinet door with stylized shell and foliates in relief. A shell flourish appears on the apron...
19th Century French Louis XV Walnut Marble Top Nightstand is a classic example of the genre, rendered in sumptuous French walnut and topped with beautifully veined marble for a timeless effect. The front facade has been beautifully carved directly into the cabinet door with relief depictions of flowers & foliage. A flourish appears on the apron...
19th Century Louis XVI Country French Secretary Desk is the epitome of efficiency with style! Artfully hand-crafted from dense, old-growth oak, it features a slant front design where the front hinges open to produce a brass-arm braced writing surface with four drawers and a small storage cabinet with another small interior drawer, all of which sport...
Set of 6 Antique Liegeoise Needlepoint Dining Chairs includes one armchair! The exceptional quality of the set is immediately apparent, each being sculpted from select old-growth oak that is dense and hard to carve but once sculpted by a skilled artisan, will last much longer than other woods. The graceful form of the design is inspired by the Louis XIV...
Vintage Framed Oil Painting on Canvas by Mees is a charming post-impressionistic rendering of a quaint Belgian town along the canal. Such canals were integral to most villages, providing a means to transport goods from town to town, as well as within the town itself. Waterside properties were usually the most charming, some quite humble and others...
Antique French Cafe Table will make a great addition to any room, plus add a little nostalgic charm! Hand-crafted from old-growth quarter-sawn oak, it features a subtle Art Nouveau influence in the styling, with distinctive supports both lateral and in line, including the scrolled leg structures below, which support the turned legs and are connected with...
19th Century French Walnut Henri II Bookcase ~ Display Armoire is a splendid example of one of the classic French styles revived during the reign of the country's last monarch, Napoleon III. Rendered from highly prized blonde walnut, it features a lighter and more airy effect with the coloration of the sumptuous wood, accentuated with ebonized molding...
Antique Italian Hand-Painted Marble Top Bombe Commode ~ Cabinet at first glance appears to be a chest of drawers, but is actually a two door cabinet! Of course one could still use it for storing clothes, but it also makes a great choice for any room, able to store anything in style! The subtle curvaceous bombe form includes serpentine sides, and boldly...
Antique Italian Baroque Patinaed Giltwood Mirror is a marvelous example of the genre, with flowing, naturalistic lines and an exquisitely contoured and scrolled border for a wonderfully intricate effect. A stylized foliate crest-on-crest appears centered on the top of the arch, with foliate scrolls and flowers cascading down the shoulders and wrapping...
19th Century French Louis XVI Walnut Buffet with Carrara Marble represents the epitome of neoclassic understated elegance as interpreted by master French craftsmen! Utilizing indigenous, highly revered French walnut, The rectilinear casework was designed with two cabinets framed by full fluted columns with Doric capitals. The cabinet doors feature...
19th Century Bronze Jardiniere features a classic design inspired by ancient Greek and Roman architecture, with a generous coupe that can hold your centerpiece design for all to appreciate! Generous, lavishly styled handles complement the intricately detailed footed base. The vase is topped by a pierced bronze rim, and features a pebble texture all...
19th Century Chinese Jadestone Statue is a charming hand-carved artifact from talented artisans depicting two monkeys with a larger-than-life peach from the tree of eternal life. Note the special attention to detail in the surroundings which include a bird attempting to take a sample. Carved from a single block of stone, it is a charming artifact that...
Antique Country French Louis XV Walnut Nightstand ~ End Table will make the perfect accompaniment to any seating group, reading area, wall accent, or as a bedside companion. Crafted from fine French walnut, it features a graceful contour with a subtly bowed front facade, starting with the double beveled top. Four cabriole legs provide support, with very...
Antique Painted Tradesman Table ~ Sofa Table is an amazingly versatile piece! Hand-crafted from old-growth oak, it features a completely open design with three surfaces supported by eight column legs. About the height of a dining table, but less than a foot and a half in depth, it's ideal for a hallway, stairwell landing, or especially behind the sofa. ...
Antique Painted Tradesman Table ~ Sofa Table is an amazingly versatile piece! Hand-crafted from old-growth oak, it features a completely open design with three surfaces supported by eight column legs. About the height of a dining table, but less than a foot and a half in depth, it's ideal for a hallway, stairwell landing, or especially behind the sofa. ...
Mid-Century Neoclassical Brass & Marble Coffee Table was crafted from the highest quality materials to last for centuries! Heavy cast brass urn forms mated to fluted columns then to teardrop shaped feet provide support for the brass framework which in turn holds the original luxuriously veined solid marble slab top. The design is influenced by...
19th Century French Louis Philippe Period Mahogany Marble Top Console is a rarity in all original condition! The sumptuous mahogany imported from the Americas during this period is incomparable in quality and beauty, and the able craftsmen have sculpted it into the tailored art form that defines the period in simplicity of line with definitive hallmarks...
Antique Framed Oil Painting on Canvas by G. Remmerie is an interesting take on the classic landscape painting, where the artist has captured a low lying marshy area under an overcast sky. The combination of water, sky and abundant plant life creates an intriguing composition, with emphasis on rich, dark greens and a myriad of gray tones. The selection...
18th Century French Faience Hand-Painted Plate commemorates the Battle of Valmy when Prussian troops attempted to take Paris. A field cannon with cannon balls, spears and a parade drum accompany a boldly represented French flag, with the exhortation "To Arms!" and the date of 1792 clearly placed. The border consists of three lattice panels separated by...
18th Century French Faience Hand-Painted Plate is a charming reminder of a simpler time, when rural life was the norm, not like today. This scene was painted in a single wine color of varying shades and intensities, and depicts a threesome taking a break during the day for lunch and refreshments. Note the simple milking bench and cut out wine barrel,...
19th Century French Louis XVI Faux Marble Pedestal is a gem of the classical style! Designed in a style that has existed for over 3,000 years! Solid wood painted to look exactly like richly veined marble comprises the pediment base, the subtly tapered central shaft, and the top which is removable and able to swivel. Gold highlighted laurel wreath...
Pair 19th Century Petite Spelter Statues will make perfect Antique Bookends as well! Cast in spelter and given a patinaed bronze finish, then set on polished wooden bases, each depicts a courtier and fair maiden in romantic poses celebrating the grape harvest. Each is dressed in fine raiment ~ the epitome of Belle Epoque magnificence! The classical...
Pair Antique Neoclassical Hand-Carved Oak Pediments are ideal for decorative purposes, accents, bookcases, or to incorporate into your built-in cabinet designs. Hand-sculpted from solid oak, each features an urn form carved in relief with upturned acanthus plumes all around. Originally created to support the fronts of upper cabinets, the pair will make...
Pair Antique Neoclassical Hand-Carved Oak Pediments are ideal for decorative purposes, accents, bookcases, or to incorporate into your built-in cabinet designs. Hand-sculpted from solid oak, each features an urn form carved in relief with upturned acanthus plumes all around. Originally created to support the fronts of upper cabinets, the pair will make...
Pair Antique Neoclassical Hand-Carved Oak Pediments are ideal for decorative purposes, accents, bookcases, or to incorporate into your built-in cabinet designs. Hand-sculpted from solid oak, each features an urn form carved in relief with upturned acanthus plumes all around. Originally created to support the fronts of upper cabinets, the pair will make...
Antique Sterling Silver Martini Strainer and Spoon by Christofle of France will make an elegant addition to your bar! Christofle has been a maker of precious metal goods since 1830, and still in business today offering a wide variety of luxury home goods. This set is of traditional design, perfect for mixing the perfect martini with style.Circa...
Pair 19th Century Carved & Painted Wall Panels will make a unique decorative accent for any neoclassical decor. Hand-sculpted from solid fruitwood, each panel consists of an arched crown bordered with egg & dart motif atop which a floral wreath with ribbon and floral sprays appears. The panel below continues the theme with a full relief floral...
18th Century Country French Cherry Wood Buffet reveals the splendor of the French style exhibited by talented rural artisans following the influences set forth by the court. The Louis XIV style is evident in this expression, with a bold yet stylized shell taking center stage on the undulating apron and facing double arched frames on the cabinet doors,...
19th Century Painted Store Counter ~ Display Cabinet is a marvelous artifact from the Belle Epoque, and perfect for use as a dry bar or a coffee bar! Three tiers of wraparound windows feature shallow shelves behind for whimsical display, and a serving cubby hole appears at the center for one to pass a cup or glass through to someone on the other side. ...
Antique Country French Wall Panel with Shelf and Mirror is the perfect choice to add a little display surface with mirror, along with a lot of stylistic flair! Hand-crafted and carved from solid oak, it features Louis XV styling influence on the carving atop the triple-arched crown as well as the bonnet just below. The shelf runs the entire width, below...
Antique Liegoise Neoclassical Whitewashed Bookcase ~ Display Cabinet is an intriguing design, featuring a tailored expression of an architectural form that dates back thousands of years, melded with subtle scrollwork expressed in molding detail. A multi-tiered crown overlooks the bonnet which is fitted with five glazed panes, which in turn overlook five...
Mid-Century Modern Mahogany Coffee Table combines tailored lines with extraordinarily fine materials to create a timeless expression of the genre. Solid plank top features an upturned flared crosspiece to cover the end grain, with an almost full length double plank shelf below for stashing magazines and the like. Four tapered post legs are also...
19th Century Italian Louis XIV Baroque Mirror in Stripped Fruitwood is a unique work, resembling the stern transom of an old sailing ship. A plethora of classical motifs blend with Renaissance-inspired embellishment to create this special look. The subtly arched crown is pierce-carved with foliates cascading across the top and blended into the framework...
Pair 19th Century French Louis XVI Gilded Armchairs ~ Fauteuils are a truly timeless representation of the neoclassic form inspired by the ancient Greeks and Romans! Carved from hand-select hardwood, each features an oval, contoured seat back and generous seat upholstered recently in a high quality embroidered silk fabric. The frames are works of art,...
19th Century Country French Whitewashed Oak Buffet is a study in understated elegance! The spacious top features fine molded detail and mitered corners for visual appeal as well as superior ergonomics. Recessed panels on the sides include triple arched designs on the top panel. The cornerposts are trimmed with a tasteful molding detail, repeated on the...
Antique French Whitewashed Walnut Step-Front Marble Top Buffet will create a majestic visual statement in any room! The step-front design combined with serpentine sides creates interest from any angle, and accentuates the form while bringing the natural beauty of the stripped walnut to the fore. Sis boldly scrolled legs with escargot feet provide...
18th Century French Neoclassical Buffet a Deux Corps in Stripped Oak is a rare find and majestic example of fine French craftsmanship, featuring a boldly arched chapeau de gendarme cornice atop the upper tier of doors which are divided into three distinct paneled sections. The upper arched section is completely carved with floral and foliates in bas...
19th Century Dutch Country French Commode ~ Chest of Drawers is a handsome piece, indeed, hand-crafted from old-growth quarter-sawn oak to literally last for decade after decade. The solid plank top features a bullnose style edge, with reverse cove trim melding with the top of the casework. Tailored side panels contrast with the elegantly scrolled...
19th Century French Directoire Mahogany Commode exudes the understated elegance for which the style is world renowned! Crafted from exotic mahogany imported from the Americas during the last century, it features slightly protruding, rounded corners that soften the impact on the room. Three capacious drawers are in the design, each accessed with squared...
19th Century Flemish Renaissance Silver Chest ~ Argentier was made for a specific purpose ~ to keep a family's silver service all in one place, with felt lining that guards against scratching and tarnish. Use it today like any chest of drawers or commode, or for its original purpose. Hand-crafted from solid oak, it features a top and front facade...
19th Century French Louis XVI Painted Hall Tree is a majestic example of the neoclassical revival from the end of the century, possessing definitive style renderings and performing multiple functions with grace and elegance! This singular piece, which extends less than a foot away from the wall, provides a marble top console surface, a mirror to "freshen...
Antique French Louis XVI Mahogany Breakfast ~ Dining Table represents the essence of the tailored look, creating a table just the right size for cozy dining rooms or breakfast nooks. Crafted from fine imported mahogany, it features a solid plank top supported by a curved, unadorned apron fitted with four tapered and faceted legs, each with a rosette...
Rare 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Painted Bookcase is a marvel of architecture inspired by the masters of ancient Greece and Rome! The boldly molded crown transitions to dentil trim above the bonnet, which overlooks the elongated glazed doors of the upper tier, which are flanked by pilasters topped with acanthus plumes. The entire interior of the...
19th Century French Empire Mahogany Vanity with Carrara Marble is a definitive example of the style! Crafted during the Second Empire from exotic imported mahogany from the Americas, gilt bronze from the master metalsmiths of Paris, and Carrara marble from Italy, its tailored neoclassic-inspired architecture is truly timeless. The leg structure is...
19th Century Italian Neoclassical Louis XVI Painted 3/4 Bed was custom-made, as is the case with most fine beds from the period, designed to take a particular size of mattress before the standardization of sizes in the early 20th century. The straightforward framework will be fitted with brackets according to its new owner's requirements, performed by...
19th Century Black Forest Carved & Inlaid Salon Chair is a masterpiece of the furniture maker's art! Sumptuous walnut was artfully carved to resemble naturalistic wood as it would appear in the forest, yet constrained into the form of a shield-back chair with boldly scrolled legs. The seat back is particularly intricate, with a combination of...
19th Century Italian Hall Bench was sculpted from fine walnut, and features an elaborately scrolled design including a boldly arched seatback embellished with foliate scrollwork and centered with a stylized shell shield motif appearing over an opening framed in matching scrollwork. The seatback flows to the scrolled armrests on each side, with matching...
Antique English Lamp Table ~ End Table was hand-crafted and turned from solid old-growth ash wood, and features a delightfully light and rich coloration. The circular top makes it fit in almost any seating arrangement, and the tripod leg design allows stability even on uneven floors. The solid plank top is affixed to the artfully turned central shaft by...
Grand Mid-Century French Black Enamel Coffee Table with Glass Top is perfect for a large family room! Square in shape, it features a 2400 square inch glass top surface for carefree entertaining and daily use. The glass is held in place by a solid brass gallery rail all around the perimeter. The brass is accompanied by brass decorative mounts on the...