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 Framed French Engraving is entitled "The Little Family" and depicts a charming visage of an affluent life around the late 1700s. Survives in its original frame. Circa 1880s Measures 24H x 20W
Antique French Louis XVI Backsplash Mirror is the perfect choice for high mantels, over cased openings, or anywhere a little decorative touch is needed for a relatively short space! Hand-carved from fine French walnut. Circa early 1900s Measures 18.5H x 65W x 2D
Antique French Louis XIV Backsplash Mirror is the perfect choice for high mantels, over cased openings, or anywhere a little decorative touch is needed for a relatively short space! Hand-carved from fine French walnut. Circa early 1900s Measures 23H x 76W x 2D
Rustic Country French Oak Bench ~ Stool is the perfect choice for the ranch house, lake house, mountain retreat or any casual decor! Hand-hewn from solid oak! Circa turn-of-the-century. Measures 12.5H x 12W x 7.5D
Rustic Country French Oak Bench ~ Stool is the perfect choice for the ranch house, lake house, mountain retreat or any casual decor! Hand-hewn from solid oak! Circa turn-of-the-century. Measures 11H x 13W x 6D
19th Century Milk Glass Oil Lantern originally held a small reservoir and hurricane glass, but will be cleverly converted to an electric table lamp for years of enjoyment in style! Circa 1890s Measures 24H x 6 in diameter (shade not included)
Antique Country French Louis XV Mirror was sculpted from old-growth oak, and features a splendid rendition of the Rococo flair yet on a more subdued, casual effect. The triple arched crown is boldly molded in multiple tiers, and features a beautifully sculpted asymmetrical shell, floral and foliate crest at the center. Rounded cornerposts feature carved...
18th Century Country French Louis XVI Period Buffet is an intriguing blend of style elements that make it quite unique! Raised diamond forms appear on the drawers and corners, with stylized florals, rosettes, shells and even fully laden grapevines being represented in bas relief. The sign of the cross appears between the drawers as well, which are...
Pair 19th Century Delft Blue & White Vases are excellent examples of the fine artistry in porcelain that have been produced in the region for centuries! Deep, rich cobalt blue was used to paint a chateau scene as the primary image, surrounded by an intricate framework and embellishments. The embellishments which consist of stylized floral and...
Pair Antique French Directoire Style End Tables with Carrara Marble will make the perfect finishing touch to any seating group, or even as compact bedside companions for a cozy bedroom! Hand-crafted from exotic imported mahogany, each features a tailored design accented with brass molding trim, with a pair of drawers fitted with brass knobs allowing the...
Antique French Louis XVI Mahogany Commode with Carrara Marble is a truly timeless design, making it ideal for adding storage and organization ~ while doing it all with style! Hand-crafted from exotic imported mahogany, it features the rectilinear neoclassical architecture that has remained popular for millennia. The sides feature beautifully figured...
Antique French Louis XVI Mahogany Console ~ Server with Carrara Marble is both diminutive and charming, perfect for that special niche, an entryway or landing, or as a hallway surface. Only 13.5 inches deep, it tucks close to the wall, providing the perfect carefree yet elegant surface that only polished Carrara marble can provide. Broadly curved...
Pair Antique Petite Blue & White Bud Vases will make a charming accent to your decorating scheme! Hand-painted with windmill scenes, each vase was cast in a classic ancient Greek form with boldly styled handles on opposite sides. Perfect for a rose or any flower by the stem!Circa early 1900sEach measures 6.5H x 4W x 3D
19th Century French Gothic Confiturier ~ Cabinet is a stunning example of the revival of the oldest official French style, with origins dating back to the middle of the 12th century! The intriguing half-octagon shape of the casework presents an intriguing facade from all viewing angles, and eliminates sharp corners. Every flat panel is lavished with...
Vintage French Medieval Knight's Helmet in Brass is a marvelous recreation of a period artifact. Hand-crafted by an obviously skilled artisan who clearly studied an original extensively, it was fashioned by hand in brass and nickel-plated brass to a remarkable degree of detail. The crest along the top of the helmet provides rigidity and all seams are...
Antique French Louis Philippe Petite Vitrine ~ Curio Cabinet is a truly charming piece, designed with a diminutive footprint yet almost six feet tall, making it a great choice for displaying a special collection or family heirlooms. Three surfaces above behind the glass on the door allow display, while a surprisingly spacious cabinet below provides...
19th Century Arts & Crafts Rustic Chestnut Coffee Table was hand-made during an intriguing period of European furniture lore. The Arts and Crafts movement was an international trend in the decorative and fine arts that developed earliest and most fully in the British Isles and subsequently spread across the British Empire and to the rest of Europe...
19th Century Flemish Console ~ End Table is a simple design made endearing by the stylized shell and swag design across the drawer facades, with each fitted with a turned wood knob. A beveled plank top provides the surface, with aprons on three sides embellished with corbel forms where they join to the legs. The front legs are finely turned, and all...
18th Century Rustic Country French Buffet a Deux Corps was designed for storage in style! Hand-crafted from locally obtained old-growth oak, it features pegged mortise & tenon joinery crafted in the traditions handed down for centuries in France. A tailored crown indicative of the early Louis Philippe period rests over the top tier, which is...
18th Century Dutch Raised Cabinet ~ Bookcase in Stripped Oak combines stately lines with a casual presence that makes it versatile for a wide variety of decors! The stripped oak finish presents a soft texture and color while the interior display is painted white to accentuate whatever you decide to display within! Arched glazed doors present a...
19th Century Flemish Neoclassical Bookcase boasts a tailored look with very subtle style enhancements inspired by ancient architecture. A bold multi-tiered crown overlooks the bonnet which features an elongated pyramidal block at the center flanked by shell and foliate carvings in bas relief, which in turn are flanked on each corner with another brace of...
Antique French Renaissance Walnut Desk ~ Bureau Plat was found along the southern coast of France, and emulates the styles of Italian and Spanish artisans immediately to the east and west, with lyre-shaped, scrolled legs on each end centered with a turned column for an intriguing twist on the genre. The aforementioned columns are connected by a...
Antique Framed Oil Painting on Canvas by J. Marechal is a splendid post-impressionist harvest scene with rolling hills in the background and a large tree dominating the composition. In the foreground appear several bundles of freshly harvested hay. Note how the artist has used deft brush strokes to create texture and movement, all with a subtly pastel...
19th Century French Directoire Cherry Wood Commode exudes the understated elegance for which the style is world renowned! Crafted from old growth seasoned cherry wood to produce a rich, warm tone that is conducive to blending with most any decor, it features rounded corners that flank the three full width drawers. Each drawer is framed with brass trim...
19th Century English Mahogany Chest of Drawers has a decidedly Colonial look, with style cues inspired by the Queen Anne furnishings of prior centuries. Created from exotic mahogany imported from the Americas, it features a tailored architecture defined by three full-width and two half-width drawers and curvaceous pediment feet on all four corners. ...
Antique French Renaissance Octagonal Barley Twist End Table makes a great side table, end table, lamp table, or pedestal for your objet d'art! Eight sides with double-beveled edge preside over the eight aprons, each carved with an acanthus flourish. Four barley twist legs connected with a barley twist "X" stretcher combine with the teardrop feet to...
Grand 19th Century French Renaissance Mirror is more than just a mirror, it's a work of art! The sculptor who created it was truly talented, and worked in bold full relief to capture the essence of the bounty of nature in the framework from one side to the other. A bold acanthus scrollwork provides the corner base from which the carvings emanate, with...
19th Century Italian Hand-Carved Carrara Marble Pedestal will make the ideal platform for you to display your prized sculpture, vase or objet d'art! Sculpted from luxurious Carrara marble, the choice of sculptors for centuries, it features a tiered barley twist design, one that was made popular during the Byzantine period, and later adopted by the...
Antique Framed Oil Painting on Board by Lucien Houbiers (1876-1943) is dated April, 1928, and depicts a splendid impressionistic representation of the Ambleve river using a blue-dominant color palette. The Ambleve winds through the mountainous terrain of what is today eastern Belgium, and once was the site of the infamous "Battle of the Bulge" in World...
Antique French Louis XVI Neoclassical Marble Top Mahogany Commode is a timeless expression of the architecture and style that dates back to the ancient Greek and Roman civilizations. Using two tones of exotic imported mahogany, a darker oxblood red framework contrasts with the side panels and drawer facades for an interesting visual effect. The tailored...
Pair Antique Hand-Painted Chinese Vases exhibit beautiful artistic scenes with exotic birds, flowers and a forest sunset enhanced by the whiteness of the Kaolin clay. Circa early 1900s Each measures 14H x 7W x 5D
Pair 19th Century Swedish Painted Demilune Consoles represent the essence of the style, with tailored architecture and a patinaed painted finish in two tones for a pleasing visual effect. Three legged design means they do not have to be mounted to the wall, and in fact can be put back to back to create a center table for a little versatility! The faux...
19th Century French Louis Philippe Marble Top Burl Walnut Commode ~ Chest of Drawers is a superlative example of the tailored architecture and tailored ornamentation that has made this style popular since the mid-1800s. Utilizing indigenous walnut, the casework was created with rectilinear lines accented by the traditional serpentine flare of the topmost...
Antique French Louis XVI Marble Top Buffet is a timeless rendition of the classical style that dates back to ancient Greece and Rome! King Louis XVI was fond of the neoclassical look and it became exponentially more pervasive during his reign. This example features a three door design, although it's barely 4 feet wide, making it ideal for cozy niches or...
Antique Country French Commode ~ Chiffoniere is the perfect answer for a cozy niche, an efficient floor plan, or just as an accent piece between a couple of windows, in a hallway, or anywhere your needs require! Hand-crafted from solid oak, it features a contoured and beveled top overlooking five drawers, each finely carved with whimsical Country French...
18th Century Liegoise Louis XIV Buffet ~ Cabinet is an exceptional example of the finest European craftsmanship that has come from the storied region around Liege nestled in what is today the southeast corner of Belgium. This example features boldly mitered corners, which eliminate sharp corners in the traffic area of the room, and provide a panel for...
19th Century French Louis Philippe Period Burl Walnut Commode features the tailored lines and understated elegance of the breed, which has endeared the style to all sorts of interior design applications for centuries! The rectilinear casework is softened somewhat by the serpentine uppermost tier which houses the uppermost full width drawer. Similar...
Antique French Louis XVI Marble Top Buffet is a timeless rendition of the classical style that dates back to ancient Greece and Rome! King Louis XVI was fond of the neoclassical look and it became exponentially more pervasive during his reign. This example features a three door design, although it's barely 4 feet wide, making it ideal for cozy niches or...
19th Century French Stripped Faux Bamboo Mirror is an excellent choice for a large space with a casual flair! Hand-crafted from maple wood to resemble stalks of bamboo, it features a tailored look that is at once stylish yet relaxed. Called the Polynesian style these days, its origins in Western European culture date back to the days of exploration in...
19th Century French Louis XVI Walnut Triple Armoire is a magnificent example of the superlative craftsmanship of Parisienne cabinetmakers from a bygone era! Hand-crafted with select French walnut, the design features a step-front center section with a bold arbalette archwork, so named for its resemblance to an archer's bow. The apex of the crown is...
Antique English Mahogany Veneer Chest of Drawers represents a design whose efficiency was refined over the course of centuries! Created long before the advent of "walk-in" closets, such pieces kept undergarments and light clothing ready at hand. Smaller items fit perfectly in the two top drawers, with a shallow full width drawer immediately underneath,...
Pair 19th Century Cloissone Vases is an exceptional example of the genre, retaining rich coloration and exhibiting a large format design theme celebrating the natural beauty of flowers. Decorated in the round, brass wire was carefully affixed to the brass vase, then the spaces created were filled with various colors of enamel, with the final product...
Set of Three Vintage Framed Oil Paintings on Panel by Joseph Zabeau (1901-1978) are wonderful representations of the exquisite countryside around the storied region of Liege, with one emphasizing a beautiful river, another the roofline of a quaint village, and the third the skies prior to a winter snowfall. Each features pastel, subtle earth tones...
19th Century French Louis XIV Bronze Fireplace Fender Set is the perfect way to put a finishing touch on your decor! Cast in solid bronze, it features motifs of two urns on pedestals to front your andirons, and a fender that joins the two that fits into a sliding opening and adjusts width-wise from 38.5" wide all the way out to 54" wide! The detail is...
Antique Italian Florentine Painted End Table displays an inherent beauty that is a hallmark of the storied city, home to giants of history like the Medici family, DaVinci, Michelangelo and Botticelli, just to name a few. Crafted from lightweight wood and given a gold finish, it features cross hatching, intricate Baroque designs, a two tiered surface and...
18th Century Country French Buffet a Deux Corps ~ Two Tiered Cabinet represents the state of the art furnishings from the time of the founding of our great nation! Time-honored woodworking techniques that were handed down from generation to generation were employed, utilizing dense, seasoned indigenous old-growth chestnut and oak to create a magnificent...
19th Century French Louis XVI Bronze Fireplace Fender Set was cast in amazing detail in three pieces: The andiron guards and the fender crosspiece, designed so that the guards "slide" on the fender making it adjustable in size from 35" wide up to 53" wide, enabling it to accommodate a wide variety of fireplace openings. Originally intended to protect...
19th Century Scottish Transferware Platter by David Methven & Sons will make a fantastic addition to your serving dinnerware! The intricate pattern includes a complex border around the perimeter with two separate scenes depicting equestrian activities in front of an impressive castle, surrounded by borders, patterns, and flora. The center is adorned...
Antique Rustic Country French Farm Table ~ Dining Table was crafted entirely from solid oak and features a thick plank top supported by a structure consisting of more planks used for an apron, and four heavy turned posts serving as legs. The turnings depict elongated urn forms reminiscent of amphora, transitioning to a big square plinth at which a...
19th Century French Louis XVI Rosewood Queen Bed brings to life the neoclassical revival that occurred during the reign of Napoleon III. Executed in exotic imported rosewood, it features veneers with oriented grain patterns to create intriguing visual effects on the head and foot boards. The design was influenced by the ancient Greeks and Romans, and...
19th Century French Louis XIV Painted and Gilded Trumeau Mirror is a splendid example of the Rococo style, and features elaborate bas relief and molded detail highlighted in gold to complement the warm beige patinaed painted finish of the woodwork. The arch-topped mirror is accented with shell and foliate flourishes, which complement the exquisite...
19th Century French Louis XVI Library Table in Stripped Oak is a remarkable example of the furniture crafter's art! Utilizing hand-select old-growth oak, only solid planks and turnings were used to start. The top is beautifully trimmed in a fancy rendition of the timeless egg & dart but rendered with an acanthus plume motif. Underneath, the fully...
Antique French Louis XIV Draw Leaf Dining Table is a marvelous adaptation of the design rendered in sublime fruitwood yet on a smaller scale than usual. When fully extended, the table is seven feet long, but when the leaves are easily and quickly tucked back in under the main table top, it's just under 4 feet long! The top has been expertly finished by...
Early 18th Century Country French Louis XIII Armoire is a stately expression of the genre, rendered by talented artisans with what would today be considered primitive tools yet resulting in a lasting testament to techniques and training honed over the course of centuries in the honorable profession of furniture making! A restrained crown molding and base...
Pair 18th Century Hand-Painted Faience Plates were hand-painted and fired in the same year as the birth of the United States of America! Crafted by master ceramicists using wood-fired kilns, the glazing and painting was done entirely by hand, and depicts classic architectural features with a Baroque-inspired green bordering style. A rarity amongst such...
Antique French Louis XVI Neoclassical Marble Top Mahogany Buffet is the epitome of tailored neoclassic design! Topped with white-veined gray beveled marble, it features a restrained architecture with rectilinear lines, accented by rounded corners and center uprights that divide the four cabinets with four drawers into distinct sections. The solid panels...
19th Century French Renaissance Hunt Buffet is a classic representation of the genre, with captivating and realistic hand-carved details and sculpture across the entire facade. Rendered from sold old-growth hand-select oak, it features a solid plank top with demilune gadrooning around the edge, overlooking the drawer tier. The drawers are carved with...
Pair 19th Century Blue & White Chinese Lidded Urns will make a delightful addition to your decorating scheme! Hand-crafted from local clays, each features a timeless design that has proven to be very stable over the centuries, with a wide base and relatively low center of gravity. Decorated in enamel with cobalt blue, each features fanciful dragons...
Pair French Louis XVI Chiffonieres ~ Nightstands with Carrara Marble Tops are excellent choices to provide stylish storage in small footprints in a symmetrical duo! Each is crafted from exotic imported mahogany, and topped with beveled Carrara marble for carefree opulence, with the corners slightly protruding to follow the fluted, rounded cornerposts...
19th Century French Gothic Hall Bench celebrates the style that has remained popular since the middle of the 12th century! The rectilinear architecture creates a sturdy structure with beam and post joined by mortise & tenon. The solid plank seat hinges up to reveal a trunk-like storage underneath. Less than a foot and a half deep, it's ideal for...
19th Century French Henri II Bookcase was produced by artisans that were true masters of their craft! The refined, stylized Renaissance-influenced styling is glorified by the sculptor's hand from the bold crown above to the massive base below. An heraldic crest is centered on the intricately carved architrave which wraps around each side, but not before...
Pair 18th Century Delft Blue & White Vases are of a type that is getting more rare with each passing year. Alas, the fragile nature of such hand-crafted ceramics means a certain percentage is lost each year to breakage, but that makes the remaining examples all the more valuable! This pair was clearly intended for a mantel in front of a mirror, as...
Antique Japanese Blue & White Porcelain Bowl with Pedestal is truly an intriguing find! Consisting of a separate bowl and a flared tubular pedestal, it is ideal for displaying fresh flowers and greenery, and easy to handle as the bowl can be simply removed for preparation or cleaning. A multitude of various scenes of city life as well as rural life...
Set of Six 19th Century French Renaissance Dining Chairs with Leather are of a classic and timeless design, with innovations and styling typical of French master craftsmanship! Sculpted from select hardwood, each has been given a dark, polished finish that enhances the beauty of the wood work and carvings that permeate the design. Atop the seatback...
Antique Italian Rustic Style Trestle Table was crafted by talented Belgian furniture makers, influenced by Italian masters of a bygone era. Utilizing thick, solid planks of old-growth oak, the sturdy top was fashioned then supported by urn-form leg supports on each end, with joints concealed by a modest apron. The urn form supports were then mounted...
19th Century French Walnut Gothic Revival Buffet is an exquisite testament to the craftsmanship, beautiful indigenous wood and timeless design that we have come to expect from the artisans of France! Considered Europe's finest hardwood, the sumptuous French walnut exudes elegance from all angles, enhanced by the tailored Gothic molding styling which is...
Antique Framed Oil Painting on Canvas by Karl Lewy (1855-1929) is a remarkable work from a very prolific artist who specialized in painting quaint genre scenes of interesting people interacting with the world and nature surrounding them. Here we see a fair young maiden taking a break from reading in a rowboat to appreciate the beauty of a swan and ducks...
Antique French Louis XVI Walnut 2-Tiered Tea Table makes a perfect addition to your family room and is ideal for entertaining. Hand-crafted from solid French walnut, it features an oval shape and two tiers for display and or serving. The lower tier sports antiqued brass handles to make it easy to move the table about the room as needed. Support is...
19th Century French Louis XV Walnut Petite Chaise Lounge is the perfect choice for adding incredible French flair in a diminutive, cozy spot! Sculpted from sumptuous French walnut, the framework exhibits the naturalistic, asymmetrical scrollwork characteristic of the genre, with carved shell and foliates providing visual allure from the crown to the...
Early 19th Century French Charles X Burl Fruitwood Buffet with Carrara Marble Top is an exquisite historical artifact from a bygone era when capable craftsmen had natural materials available in abundance that modern craftsmen can only dream about. Starting with the Carrara marble top, which provides a color-neutral elegant surface, obtained from the same...
Antique Rustic Stripped Oak Coffee Table combines a straightforward design with wonderful hand-selected wood to create a table your family will enjoy for generations! Solid oak plank top and sturdy beams serving as legs are connected with solid plank apron into one side of which is inserted two handy drawers fitted with brass knobs over guards. ...
19th Century French Louis XVI Mahogany Marble Top Bouillotte Table represents an understated elegance that is perfect for the tailored yet refined decor. Hand-crafted from exotic imported mahogany, it features a round apron interrupted by fluted plinth blocks that serve as mounts for the four tapered and fluted legs, all tipped with brass feet. A pierced...
19th Century French Louis Philippe Period Mahogany Sofa was hand-crafted during the first half of the century with style elements that were in a constant state of flux at the time. The elegantly scrolled form represents the essence of the French scroll, and includes a graceful double-arched seatback, bold serpentine-shaped armrests and a solid, rounded...
19th Century Center Table by Horrix is yet another example of the superlative craftsmanship exhibited by the storied maker during the period. Set upon an unusual base carved to mimic natural tree branches, it features a subtle apron carved all around with the same naturalistic branch effect. The legs intertwine and interconnect in a natural pattern, yet...
18th Century Rustic Dutch Coffee Table is a charming reminder of a bygone era when craftsmanship was a matter of family pride, and techniques for creating such works were handed down from generation to generation! This example, rendered from old-growth indigenous oak, features a sturdy plank top affixed to the framework below with pegged runners which...