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 Framed, Carved and Painted Panel is a superlative decorative element that was hand-carved by a particularly talented sculptor out of dense, old-growth white oak. Framed with planks joined with pegged mortise & tenons, the panel depicts a lavish floral swag suspended by small rosettes at each top corner, with a bouquet hanging...
Antique French Directoire Style Mahogany Marble Top End Table ~ Nightstand is a splendid design perfect for more formal decors. Using exotic imported mahogany, the artisans created an intriguing form with concave sides and just under a foot deep, making its impact on your traffic flow very minimal. The luxurious natural coloration and grain of the wood...
Pair Antique French Neoclassical Brass Urns feature a design that dates back thousands of years! Ancient Greeks and then Romans used this form for a wide variety of vessels, and variations developed over the centuries, including the raised, buttressed handles and flared, square base that this pair exhibits, designed for ease in handling and stability...
19th Century Chinese Blue & White Lidded Urn was designed for shelf, sideboard or mantel display, with an elaborate flora and fauna scene hand-painted in rich cobalt blue on the facade, but with a blank opposite side. The teardrop shape of the design provides lots of storage, accessed with the original lid, also accented with painted designs and a...
Vintage French Provincial Painted Commode will make a charming addition to any room! The ivory/beige painted finish has achieved a lovely patina, and is highlighted with gold accents on the molded detail which frames the pair of drawers, the apron and around the top rim. Carved shell and floral motifs with subtle painted accents adorn the facade, with...
Antique Framed Gouache Painting by A. Jeseanne depicts a wintry scene on the outskirts of a quaint rural village. The road leading into the settlement is just apparent by the ruts in the immediate foreground, with what looks like snow falling on the dwellings in the distance. Outlines of hedgerows indicate fallow fields waiting for the spring thaw. ...
19th Century Door converted to Wrought Iron Dining Table represents a clever "repurposing" of a splendid dovetailed, hand-crafted solid oak entry door that retains vestiges of its last two paint jobs, now lain on its side and supported by a recently hand-fabricated wrought iron base. The graceful scrollwork of the base lends incredible visual appeal, and...
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 a beautiful contour enhanced by fine molded detail defining the drawer, cabinet door and apron. Only the four cabriole legs have been graced...
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 and acanthus fronds. A shell appears on...
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 intaglio depictions of flowers, foliage and shells. A shell appears on the apron...
Pair 19th Century Exterior French Doors with Wrought Iron will make the perfect choice to make an entryway unique, or to just hang on the wall as faux passageways, or just for decorative appeal! Hand-crafted from thick planks of oak, they were designed to defy aging, and feature bold molded detail framing the lower panels as well as the intricate wrought...
Pair 19th Century Exterior French Doors with Wrought Iron will make the perfect choice to make an entryway unique, or to just hang on the wall as faux passageways, or just for decorative appeal! Hand-crafted from thick planks of oak, they were designed to defy aging, and feature bold molded detail framing the lower panels as well as the intricate wrought...
Antique Oak Stave & Wrought Iron Water Bucket recalls a bygone era when hot and cold running water was the stuff of science fiction! Hand-crafted by the village cooper, the oak staves were carefully cut and measured to fit together as tightly as possible, then the red hot forged iron straps were wrapped around the bucket at the top, center and base,...
19th Century Hand-Hammered Brass Double-Handled Pot was the product of a talented metalsmith, and features an interesting design with equally interesting embellishments! The ovoid opening at the top is designed to work with the handles on each side to make pouring a simple task. The handles are generously proportioned and ergonomically shaped, and join...
18th Century French Louis XIII Confiturier ~ Cabinet in Stripped Fruitwood has been enjoyed by generations and has been repurposed more than once! In its current form, it features a stripped finish thanks to our skilled in-house professionals which leaves the natural beauty and patina of the old growth fruitwood intact, making it a superb choice for any...
19th Century Hand-Hammered Copper Pot with Riveted Seams & Handles will make a perfect decorative accent for any rustic or Country French decor. Formed from solid copper, it features a copper handle held with loops that are hammered and riveted to the sides. The side is formed from one sheet wrapped around into a cylinder then riveted together. A...
Antique Bronze Mortar & Pestle is a particularly intriguing artifact inspired by a bygone era! Although cast during the early half of the 20th century, it features a prominent commemorative date of 1607, undoubtedly significant to the person or group that had it produced. The originals were cast in the same foundries that produced cannons and other...
Pair Mid-Century Solid Wood Sculpted Armchairs were hand-crafted from planks of old-growth sycamore, and feature a wonderfully contoured and ergonomic design! The shield shaped seatback is perfectly contoured to provide flair and comfort simultaneously. The armrests are angled up to conform to the relaxed positioning of the design which includes a...
Pair Mid-Century Solid Wood Sculpted Armchairs were hand-crafted from planks of old-growth sycamore, and feature a wonderfully contoured and ergonomic design! The shield shaped seatback is perfectly contoured to provide flair and comfort simultaneously. The armrests are angled up to conform to the relaxed positioning of the design which includes a...
Mid-Century Brass Coffee Table with Marble Top is the essence of refined elegance with a distinctive style flair yet not too ostentatious. One first notices the beautifully veined slab of marble that has been selected as the top, cut with a cove bevel all around to eliminate sharp edges. Support is provided by a stylishly contoured frame with...
19th Century Dutch Colonial Chest of Drawers is a handsome combination of understated elegance and pure functionality! Hand-crafted by master artisans from old growth oak and hand-cast bronze, it features an intricately scrolled and beveled top overlooking solid plank sides and subtly contoured drawer facades in the front. The four drawers all feature...
Antique Framed Oil Painting on Canvas by G. Hodeige dated 1936 is an exquisitely well preserved impressionist work by a master of light and shadowplay rendered of a waterside cityscape that harks back to a bygone era. The city in the background is inspired by Paris as seen along the Seine, where in the old city all of the buildings were kept to a maximum...
19th Century French Empire Style Walnut Side Chair reflects the more restrained aspects that eventually became known as the Directoire style, yet was made during the Second Empire in accordance with Napoleon III's general revival of all French styles over the course of his reign and influence. Hand-crafted from fine French walnut that is ever so scarce...
18th Century French Louis XVI Neoclassical Painted End Table is a classic example of talented rural artisans emulating the styles of the court. Louis XVI is known for reviving the classic architecture of ancient Greece and Rome, displayed here in the rectilinear style including projecting corners appearing over the subtly tapered and fluted legs. The...
Mid-Century French Painted Wrought Iron and Glass Round Coffee Table is the perfect choice for protected outdoor entertaining or interior casual decors that need a little panache! The thick glass top will provide carefree daily use, and features a beveled and bead blasted edge that eliminates sharp edges. Stylish support is provided by an intricate...
Antique French Louis XV Kidney Shaped Marquetry End Table combines convenient size with double the surface area plus incredible artistry. Utilizing various shades of walnut and satinwood, the two surfaces feature oriented grain for added visual appeal, with the top boasting a border around minute parquetry canvas upon which the woodworker expressed his...
19th Century Rustic Country French Vitrine ~ Confiturier is a great choice for a small bookcase in a cozy office, a display for a treasured collection, or just an interesting piece that provides storage and a modicum of display for any casual decor! Tailored molding appears on the top, with a gentle arch to the glazed upper door just underneath that...
Pair Antique Delft Hand-Painted Blue & White Vases are a splendid collectible that was created for the lucrative European market where the clay was treated with a tin solution before glazing resulting in a unique and highly desirable finish that lasts for centuries! This pair features a charming transferware pattern that emphasizes the classic...
Rustic Painted Neo-Gothic Buffet is a wonderful reproduction piece from Indonesia that possesses the qualities of many of our antiques with solid wood construction and classic, timeless style! What appears to be five drawers is actually only three across the top, with three cabinets below featuring very subtle neo-gothic styling, enhanced by the slightly...
Swedish Style Painted Side Chair ~ Dining Chair is a modern adaptation of the Gustavian look that is all the rage these days! Hand-crafted from solid Siberian Oak, then given a painted finish with just a touch of distressing, it features a triple split-splat back with subtle carved detail, and tapered legs with durable, neutral colored upholstery ~ a...
Antique Bronze Statue of Dog on Black Marble Base depicts man's best friend in a classic pointer pose, complete with a just-retrieved bird. An excellent paperweight, bookend, or decorative item, it has been rendered in lifelike detail in solid bronze, set on an oval platform with an oval black marble base which adds elegance and lowers the center of...
19th Century French Louis XIV Chinoiserie Wrought Iron & Marble Console is a marvel of the furniture maker's art! The bold scrollwork of the design immediately captivates one's attentions upon entering the room, then the subtle coloration of the brick red contrasting with the bronze accent tones become apparent. The luxuriously veined marble top has...
Antique Country French Double-Faced Desk was crafted by master artisans creating a superlative choice for any office! Finished on all four sides, it can be placed anywhere in the room, even the center. The contoured and double beveled top provides just enough surface for a productive workspace, and is supported by a casework that is masterfully sculpted...
19th Century Dutch Drop Leaf Table ~ Demilune Console is one of the more unusual tables we've carried in the past three decades! Hand-crafted from solid planks and turned from solid timbers of old growth oak, its design features a single leaf that folds down, and when open, one of the three boldly styled legs is actually split and mounted on a gate to...
Antique French Palissy Majolica Serving Platter is an exquisite example of the genre, very well preserved and resplendent with jewel tones on a rich background creating a very decorative effect. Resting upon various aquatic and water-loving plants, one can see crawfish, frogs, escargots and at the center, a serpent intertwined in a complex figure eight...
19th Century French Barbotine Covered Asparagus Server with Matching Platter by Keller & Guerin is another rare find, to be sure! Surviving together for over a century, each still displays rich coloration thanks to the proprietary painting and glazing methods by the well-known French ceramic masters at Keller & Guerin. Note the server bottom for...
Antique Renaissance Hall Bench is a wonderful example of the genre, produced on a relatively diminutive scale making it easy to accommodate niches or cozy spaces. Hand-crafted from solid oak to last for generations, it features timeless carved detail that starts with the seatback crown depicting a crouching lion flanked by scrolled foliate designs. The...
Antique Framed Coat of Arms Plaque is an interesting artifact that will make a splendid decorative touch to any masculine decor. Such memorials were produced to honor the passing of a notable member of a guild or prominent member of a particular community. This work indicates noble lineage, indicated by the crown, knight's helmet, and pair of emblematic...
19th Century English Mahogany Tilt-Top End Table is an ingenious invention that most agree originated with the English but who knows for sure? This example, rendered from what was then plentiful sources of mahogany from the Americas. The solid plank top has been subtly dished out leaving a rim around the perimeter accented with four indented scrolls. ...
Pair Antique Needlepoint Works in Original Bakelite Frames are delightful works in needlepoint as well as petite point, creating wonderful detail using the coloration of the threads to create images. In this case, two distinct floral bouquets of wildflowers together with roses are the subjects. The natural earth tones coupled with the subtle, toned down...
Early 19th Century Italian Baroque Faux-Painted Console hails from the master artisans of Venice, the storied city that rises above the northern tip of the Adriatic Sea as if by magic! Inhabited since the 10th century BC, the city developed to incorporate 118 small islands connected by over 400 bridges. A draw to artisans and artists alike for...
Antique Framed Oil Painting on Canvas signed E.X. Chaouet is a captivating pastoral inspired by the rolling hills around the northern French plains. Here we see depicted an early Fall period, with colors just starting to change. From the artist's vantage point, once can see the last vista of the valley before the geography opens to a plain upon which a...
Antique Painted Wrought Iron Crucifix is a splendid work designed to last for centuries! The corpus is cast iron, and mounted upon the forged cross with meticulously wrought grapevine and leaves intertwining the work. A subtle bronze colored finish has been applied adding a wonderful aged tone to the work.Circa mid-1900sMeasures 24H x 12W x 4D
18th Century Swedish Gustavian Period Painted Buffet will make a handsome addition to your collection, and a stylistic touch to your decor! Hand-crafted from indigenous old-growth pine that has hardwood properties, it features a neoclassical architecture with diamond forms molded into the drawers and cabinet doors. The center narrow drawer was designed...
19th Century French Longchamp Barbotine Asparagus Dish with Matching Platter is a rare find, indeed! Surviving together for over a century, each still displays rich coloration thanks to the proprietary painting and glazing methods by the well-known French ceramic masters at Longchamp. Note the cradle for the vegetables has holes to allow excess water to...
Early 19th Century Swedish Painted Commode ~ Chest of Drawers is a timeless example of the craftsmanship and artistry in cabinetmaking for which the Swedes are well known. Their reputation also extends into shipbuilding, as an anecdote, illustrated by the historical display of the Vasa, although the naval architect would not be included in the...
Early 19th Century Swedish Inlaid Trunk with Marquetry is a remarkable example of craftsmanship in the creation of artistically produced heirloom pieces designed to be enjoyed for centuries! The outer casework is old-growth seasoned oak, while the interior is lined with cedar to protect the contents stored within. There's even the candle box with a...
19th Century Hand-Painted French Plate signed by Marie Branne is a remarkable work of the ceramicist's art! Ever so slightly impressionistic in form, it features a scene played out thousand of times a day in meadows across the continent depicting a bird eyeing its next meal. Thorns, thistles and wildflowers combine with the naturalistic greenery for a...
19th Century Hand-Painted French Plate by Louis Martin Lebeuf & Co. is an example of porcelains and ceramics identified as Criel-Montereau which is a generic term used to describe French faience produced in the French towns of Criel, Osse, and Montereau, Seine-deMarne. Robert Bray O’Reilly, a Paris glass merchant, founded a ceramic factory in Criel...
Mid-Century Hand-Painted Porcelain Platter by Boch ~ La Louviere is a wonderful example of traditional craftsmanship produced by talented artisans who painstakingly hand-painted the background and foliate motifs in the circular pattern around the perimeter of this lovely platter. The two handles were accented in gold as well for a finishing touch. ...
19th Century Rustic European Wooden Bowl was hand-crafted by the village cooper who also made barrels for the community using the same techniques handed down from generation to generation. Sturdy oak staves were steamed and fitted together then secured by hot iron wire that contracted when it cooled to tighten the joints. Perfect as a saucer for a...
19th Century Rustic European Wooden Bowl was hand-crafted by the village cooper who also made barrels for the community using the same techniques handed down from generation to generation. Sturdy oak staves were steamed and fitted together then secured by hot iron wire that contracted when it cooled to tighten the joints. Perfect as a saucer for a...
18th Century Delft Blue & White Vegetable Serving Bowl was beautifully hand-crafted and artistically painted to create a statement on the table of its proud owner! The interesting design allowed serving stalk-shaped vegetables like carrots and asparagus, with the corners eliminated to remove sharp edges. The painted bordering and centerpiece...
19th Century French Gothic Revival Commode ~ Chest of Drawers in Stripped Oak will make a fantastic choice as your primary storage vessel for clothing. Designed with four drawers rather than two full width drawers, it allows more opportunity for organization. The stately casework is comprised entirely of old-growth oak, which has been painstakingly...
18th Century Swedish Neoclassical Painted Secretary Desk will make the perfect addition to your home whether your decor is modern, traditional, classic or rustic! Hand-crafted from dense, old-growth pine that is similar in characteristics to today's hardwoods, it features a classic design with tailored lines enhanced by the distressed, patinaed painted...
Decorative Stained Glass Medallion is an ingenious preservation effort to reconstitute fragments of stained glass works that have succumbed to the ravages of time so that they can be enjoyed for many more decades to come. Use to brighten up a window, hang on a wall or door, or even as a Christmas ornament!Original glass used dates to 18th century.A nice...
Decorative Stained Glass Medallion is an ingenious idea by the artist who signed the work at the top, to reconstitute fragments of stained glass works that have succumbed to the ravages of time so that they can be enjoyed for many more decades to come. Use to brighten up a window, hang on a wall or door, or even as a Christmas ornament!Original glass...
19th Century Copper Coal Scuttle with Scoop is an exceptional artifact from a bygone era, when hand-made items were the rule, not the exception! Crafted by a talented metalsmith from solid copper, it features a shape good for both coal or kindling, and includes a metal pocket hidden inside into which one can store the original hand-crafted scoop. Fleur...
Pair Antique Delft Hand-Painted Blue & White Vases are a splendid collectible that was created for the lucrative European market where the clay was treated with a tin solution before glazing resulting in a unique and highly desirable finish that lasts for centuries! This pair features a charming transferware pattern that emphasizes the classic...
Pair 19th Century French Louis XV - Regence Armchairs ~ Bergeres are an incredibly stylish way to add comfortable seating to your favorite room! Upholstered in a very high-quality tapestry fabric, each was sculpted from fine French walnut, and features not a single straight line in the entire framework! The double arched seat back crown is centered with...
18th Century Rustic European End Table in Stripped Oak will make a perfect addition to your casual decor! Solid oak planks form the top and apron sections, with four sturdy turned legs connected with an "H" stretcher below for rigidity. A drawer on one side with a turned knob provides lots of storage, making this table useful in so many ways. The...
Antique Italian Neoclassical Painted Demilune Display Console is a truly special find! Ideal for entryways, hallways, landings, niches or even behind a chair or sofa, it combines the architectural surface of a console with a curio display cabinet, all packaged in a celebration of the classical design form that originated in ancient Greece and Rome! ...
19th Century French Louis XVI Mahogany Armoire with Ormolu is an exquisite example of the excellence in design and craftsmanship found in Paris during the later years of the 1800s. Drawing from ancient Greek and Roman architecture, the neoclassical revival presented stately pieces that literally stand the test of time. Crafted from select imported...
Pair Antique Italian Renaissance Side Chairs are elaborate expressions of the style, celebrating the beauty and majesty of earthly wonders in sculpted wood. The high, arched seatbacks are contoured for comfort, and feature foliates, scrollwork, rosettes and more, all with a pierce-carved seatback splat. Fine tapestry upholstery with a complementary...
Antique Drop Leaf Spool Leg End Table is a marvel of design and craftsmanship on a wonderfully diminutive scale! Four spooled legs are splayed for extra stability and connected below with stretchers and tipped with turned teardrop-shaped feet, and support the framework of the apron above, upon which is mounted an intriguing top~ The square top is fitted...
Antique Drop Leaf Spool Leg End Table is a marvel of design and craftsmanship on a wonderfully diminutive scale! Four spooled legs are connected below with stretchers and tipped with teardrop shaped feet, and support the framework of the apron above, upon which is mounted an intriguing top~ The square top is fitted with four demilune shaped leaves, each...
Antique French Louis XV Oval Painted Occasional Table represents the essence of tailored elegance, with a subtle architectural design that includes an oval top with drawer beneath, and an oval shelf with flared and contoured apron all around, and four very subtly scrolled legs, all of which is accentuated by carved embellishments in the neoclassic theme...
Antique French Louis XV Painted Occasional Table represents the essence of tailored elegance, with a subtle architectural design that includes an rectangular top supported by a tailored apron all around, and four very subtly scrolled legs, each of which is accentuated by carved embellishments in the neoclassic theme augmenting the otherwise Louis XV...
19th Century Dining Table by Horrix with Original Carved Leaf is yet another example of the superlative craftsmanship exhibited by the storied maker during the period. Set upon an unusual base with four turned pedestals atop a boldly scrolled four-legged structure, it features an apron carved on all four sides that conceals a pocket into which the single...
19th Century French Louis XIV Walnut Armchair with Needlepoint Tapestry is a remarkable example of sculpture that also happens to be a comfortable chair! Hand-carved from select French blonde walnut, it features the boldly artistic stylings that are a hallmark of the Louis XIV genre, from the elegantly arched seatback carved with grapes, acanthus plumes...
Antique Chinese Bronze Coupe ~ Petite Jardiniere was designed for a smaller display, and fashioned by artistic hands from solid bronze to last for centuries! The classic apple-shaped form is literally adorned on its complete facade with a fierce dragon in bold relief wrapping around the perimeter appearing to be chasing a bird. Intricate detail abounds...
19th Century French Louis XVI Walnut Marble Top Buffet is a marvelous example of the furniture maker's craft! Stately, tailored lines are framed by bold molding above and below, just over the bun feet. In between, evidence of a master wood sculptor appears on each large cabinet door. Stylized Renaissance-inspired motifs are intertwined in a stunning...