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 Normandie Armoire Du Marriage was a traditional gift to a newly wed couple that dates back hundreds of years in France! This one is a particularly wonderful example of skilled rural craftsmanship wed with select indigenous white oak to create a master work that was literally designed to last for centuries! The bold crown appears over the...
19th Century French Louis XVI Walnut Writing Table combines classic architecture with modern sensibilities creating a table that can be used for a wide variety of purposes, all while exhibiting timeless style! Crafted from beautiful French walnut, it features a uniquely French table top design which consists of a basic rectangle where the short sides...
Antique French Louis XV walnut marble-top dining table is a truly unusual find! Sculpted from exquisite French walnut and luxuriously veined rouge marble, it combines the best of both worlds! The undulating scrollwork of the apron and cabriole legs below are accentuated with shell, floral and foliate adornment carved right into the very wood itself, not...
85 Piece Antique Staffordshire Dinnerware Set is an amazing collection that will add charm and color to your dining and entertaining experience! With multiple scenes hand-engraved then reproduced in the transfer process in rich earth tone colors, the pattern is aptly named "Myotts Country Life". Scenes include steeple chasing, fox hunting, and various...
Antique Rustic Grain Bowl was hand-hewn out of a solid block of wood and is of an ancient design intended for multiple uses around the home and farm. The well-worn appearance and charming patina make this an excellent choice as a centerpiece on the kitchen island, dining table, or perhaps as a festive holiday decoration.Circa late 1800sMasures 5H x 31W x...
Antique Rustic Earthenware Centerpiece Bowl in Green Glaze makes the perfect choice for entertaining or just adding a decorative touch to your casual or rustic decor. Hand-thrown and designed with a raised shallow bowl, each glazing adds a unique look to every individual piece for a charming effect.Limited Selection ~ matching bowls available as of this...
Antique Rustic Earthenware Centerpiece Bowl in Green Glaze makes the perfect choice for entertaining or just adding a decorative touch to your casual or rustic decor. Hand-thrown and designed with a raised shallow bowl, each glazing adds a unique look to every individual piece for a charming effect.Limited Selection ~ matching bowls available as of this...
Antique Rustic Earthenware Centerpiece Bowl in Green Glaze makes the perfect choice for entertaining or just adding a decorative touch to your casual or rustic decor. Hand-thrown and designed with a raised shallow bowl, each glazing adds a unique look to every individual piece for a charming effect.Limited Selection ~ matching bowls available as of this...
19th Century French Walnut Neoclassical Buffet with Four Seasons is a stunning work of art that also happens to perform admirably as a sideboard with abundant storage and serving or display surface! Rendered from sumptuous French walnut,., it features a rounded end design that minimizes the impact on the traffic flow in the room while still providing...
18th Century Rustic Sofa Table ~ Console is the perfect choice to provide a surface behind the couch, to place in a hallway or entryway, or serve as a handy yet shallow surface in any room. Hand-crafted from weathered old-growth elm, it features full mortise & tenon joinery with slightly splayed legs reinforced by four stretchers for extra stability...
18th Century Rustic Sofa Table ~ Console is the perfect choice to provide a surface behind the couch, to place in a hallway or entryway, or serve as a handy yet shallow surface in any room. Hand-crafted from weathered old-growth elm, it features full mortise & tenon joinery with slightly splayed legs reinforced by four stretchers for extra stability...
19th Century French Louis Philippe Bookcase ~ Display Armoire features a tailored architecture that allows it to blend with a wide variety of styles and decors! The classic arched bonnet is crowned with bold molding detail, and features a circular framework in the design creating an interesting visual effect. A single arched door underneath is also...
Antique French Louis XVI Maple Marquetry Marble Top Display Buffet is yet another unusual find. Crafted from finely figured maple with "curly" grain effects, it was designed to provide a carefree serving surface, storage for cutlery and flatware, and display your finest keepsakes in two tiers below! The luxuriously veined marble top with beveled edge is...
Antique French Louis XVI Maple Marquetry Marble Top Buffet is a wonderfully unusual find! Crafted from finely figured maple with "curly" grain effects, it is deeper than most providing capacious storage in a relatively compact two door sideboard. The luxuriously veined marble top with beveled edge provides the ideal serving and display surface. The...
19th Century French Neoclassical Louis XVI Mahogany Nightstand with Carrara Marble is an extraordinary example of the finest materials and craftsmanship being combined to produce an instant family heirloom. Exotic imported mahogany was used for the casework, which appears to contain six drawers in front, but in reality the second and third drawers are...
19th Century French Louis XVI Walnut Marble Top China Buffet is a masterpiece of the cabinetmaker's art! Meticulously hand-crafted from select French walnut, it features a stately, tailored architecture that is inspired by the classic styles of ancient Greece and Rome. An arched crown lords over the entire work, boldly molded and festooned with floral...
Antique French Louis XVI Carved Walnut Mirror represents the essence of the neoclassical revival style. The design features a stately architecture enhanced by a boldly molded and arched crown upon which has been carved floral sprays with ribbon in fine relief, accented by rectangular rosettes with a step-front center section. The mirror below is flanked...
19th Century French Louis XVI Walnut Marble Top Buffet makes an excellent choice for any room! Sculpted from sumptuous French walnut, it features a classical architecture that literally defies time itself. A richly veined marble top provides a carefree yet elegant surface, and presides over the finely crafted casework below. The top tier consists of a...
Set of 6 Antique French Walnut Louis XVI Dining Chairs with Embossed Leather will make an excellent addition to your dining experience! The neoclassical architecture is immediately apparent, with tapered and fluted front legs and fluting on the uprights leading to the seatback that is crowned with a subtle arch carved with a floral spray in bold relief. ...
Antique Country French Louis XVI Stripped 3/4 Bed makes a classic statement thanks to the influence of ancient Greek and Roman architecture dating back thousands of years! The arched headboard commands attention, boldly molded and fitted with a floral and foliate wreath at the center of the arbalette crown. A finely molded and chamfered panel dominates...
Vintage Flow Blue Ironstone Fruit Chiller by Victoria Ware is a wonderful find! This particular design was intended to keep fresh fruit chilled and ready to eat right on the table. Ice water would be placed in the vessel, and the fruit could sit in the upper bowl designed with drain holes to keep the fruit dry while keeping it chilled. The upper insert...
19th Century French Louis XVI Walnut End Table with Bronze Mounts is obviously a product of superior craftsmanship melded with the finest materials to create a timeless example of the furniture maker's art. The sumptuous grain and rich coloration of the top, framed all around with beveled walnut, creates an attractive surface supported by a rectilinear...
18th Century Rustic Country French Console ~ Sofa Table is a wonderful example of Old World craftsmanship created from dense, old-growth oak that has been reinforced by expert artisans to soldier on for another century or two. The density and hardness of the wood makes it difficult to work but once one is complete, in this case the table, will last for...
19th Century French Louis XIV Marble Top Buffet represents an elegant blend of neoclassical architecture and hand-carved embellishment inspired by the reign of the Sun King. Hand-crafted from solid oak, it features rounded sides eliminating sharp corners protruding into the traffic patterns of the room. Topped with exquisitely veined contoured and beveled...
Antique French Louis XVI Mahogany Buffet ~ Commode with Carrara Marble combines the size and proportions of a chest of drawers with the functionality of a buffet, and does it with incredible flair and style! The sheer natural beauty of the exotic imported mahogany exudes a naturalistic warmth, accentuated by the brass embellishments that include quarter...
19th Century Rustic Spanish Colonial Console ~ Sofa Table is also perfectly capable of serving as a desk, even if it's placed behind the sofa! Combining a solid plank top over five feet wide with more legroom than typical desks of the period, it features dovetailed joints on the three convenient drawers as well as the structural leg supports and casework...
19th Century French Louis XVI Marble Top Mahogany Commode will make an elegant addition to any room! Hand-crafted in the neoclassic style favored by King Louis XVI and Queen Marie Antoinette, it features a subtly complex case contour that includes a bump out at the rear over the back legs, a rounded extension on each front corner over the rounded and...
Antique French Louis XIV Carved Walnut Wall Decoration with Marble Inset will make a splendid accent piece, especially over the mantel, a cased opening, or over a large doorway or window. Sculpted from sumptuous French walnut, it features a boldly arched center flanked by corbel style supports on each side, with hand-carved accents depicting floral...
Antique French Louis XIV Carved Walnut Wall Decoration with Marble Inset will make a splendid accent piece, especially over the mantel, a cased opening, or over a large doorway or window. Sculpted from sumptuous French walnut, it features a boldly arched center flanked by corbel style supports on each side, with hand-carved accents depicting floral...
Early 19th Century Rustic Country French End Table represents a splendid example of Old World craftsmanship displaying techniques handed down from generation to generation to provide sturdy furnishings built for daily use. This example, rendered from seasoned old-growth oak, features solid planks for the top with a hand-beveled edge all around. The...
Antique Italian Louis XIV Neoclassical Walnut Desk with Faux Leather Top combines timeless architecture inspired by the ancient Greek and Roman civilizations, coupled with ornamentation derived from the Baroque period enjoyed by Louis XIV himself! Created from hand-select walnut, the casework consists of an upper tier fitted with two large drawers, more...
19th Century French Renaissance Hunt Buffet ~ Credenza is a magnificent example of fine furniture craftsmanship married to amazingly artistic sculpture! The rounded sides create a visual impact that belies the actual measured width of over five feet. A clever feat of engineering, both rounded sides contain pie-shaped drawers that pivot out, as well as...
Antique Country French Walnut Desk ~ Writing Table is a classic piece with understated elegance that is perfect for completing a home office, serve as a vanity table, or even behind a sofa. Crafted from fine walnut, it features a rectangular beveled top made from solid planks joined together with pegged mortise & tenon technique, also used for the...
Antique French Directoire Neoclassical Mahogany Buffet with Carrara Marble Top combines classical architecture inspired by the ancient Greeks and Romans with exotic materials like imported mahogany and Carrara marble with inimitable French flair for the perfect choice to blend with both formal and casual decors! Rounded, fluted cornerposts flank the...
19th Century Country French Buffet ~ Argentier combines timeless provincial style with the convenience of drawers fully lined and formed to store all your silverware! Hand-crafted and sculpted from dense, old-growth quarter-sawn oak, with a luxurious finish that approaches that of walnut in appearance. The rectangular solid plank top with beveled edge...
19th Century French Renaissance Oval Center Table ~ Dining Table in Stripped Oak makes an unforgettable style statement while exuding a softened appearance thanks to our proprietary stripping process that leaves the natural color and patina of the century-old wood. The solid plank top is supported by a tailored, subtly edged apron all around, and the...
19th Century French Gothic Revival Hall Tree ~ Coat Rack is a marvel of style and flair, executed in quarter sawn oak and exquisitely wrought iron for a lasting keepsake your family will enjoy for generations to come! The tailored, rectilinear architecture of the piece is visually enhanced with the intricate carved detail in the form of molding designs...
18th Century Country French Louis XVI Neoclassical Commode ~ Chest of Drawers is a timeless reminder of the everlasting splendor of the classical style, founded by the ancient Greeks and continued by the Romans thousands of years ago! This example, rendered by capable rural artisans from indigenous old-growth oak, was designed to last for generations,...
19th Century French Louis XVI Mahogany Commode with Carrara Marble Top represents a revival of the classic style dating back thousands of years! Inspired by the architecture of the ancient Greeks and Romans, this piece was crafted from fine imported mahogany, and features three full width drawers providing wonderful storage capacity. The added luxury of...
19th Century French Louis Philippe Marble Top Burl Walnut Commode ~ Chest of Drawers is a superlative example of the tailored architecture and restrained 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...
19th Century French Louis XVI Neoclassical Mahogany Bookcase ~ Bibliotheque is a marvel of style and craftsmanship, rendered from fine imported mahogany to create an instant family heirloom that will last for generations! In a design that could be considered a barrister's bookcase because of the relatively short height of the piece, the casework features...
Antique Country French Regence Walnut Commode was hand-crafted from the premier indigenous hardwood of Europe, sumptuous French walnut! The beveled top features a subtle bowed contour along the front, with the remainder of the facade following the same form leading the eyes down to the elegantly scrolled cabriole legs with escargot feet framing a boldly...
19th Century Country French Cherry Wood Dining Table will make the perfect choice for a cozy, casual dining room or as the ideal breakfast table! Hand-crafted from solid old-growth cherry wood, it features the natural warmth and richness of the unstained wood, finished in lacquer and hand-rubbed wax, retaining the inherent patina and beauty that will...
19th Century French Louis XVI Mahogany Commode With Marble Top is truly a classic! Inspired by the architecture of the ancient Greeks and Romans, this piece was crafted from fine imported mahogany, and features three full width drawers combined with the amazing luxury of a beautifully veined dark charcoal gray marble top with rounded corners to provide...
Antique Rustic Italian Style Trestle Farm Table was hand-crafted using traditional methods handed down from generation to generation. Utilizing thick planks and timbers of old growth solid oak, the artisans formed the sturdy top from four planks, so thick a reinforcing apron is not necessary which allows for maximum knee clearance. The top is held aloft...
Antique French Directoire Neoclassical Mahogany Commode with Marble Top represents a revival of the classic style revived in this form at the end of the 18th century! Crafted from fine imported mahogany, it features four full width drawers providing wonderful storage capacity. The added luxury of a richly veined gray marble top with beveled edge and...
19th Century Gothic Revival Confiturier ~ Cabinet celebrates the majesty of the style that dates back to the middle of the 12th century in France! The top, sides and legs are all crafted with a restrained elegance that includes careful attention to edging. The ornamentation and visual appeal are concentrated on the front facade, which features corner...
Pair 19th Century Petite Hand-Painted Rose Medallion Vases are stunning works of art, rendered on fine Kaolin clay and illustrative of the mastery of the art attained by master artisans with hundreds of years of history behind their craft! The graceful shapes include three dimensional relief and handles incorporated into the tailored urn form. ...
Antique French Grapevine Corkscrew by Alexis Lichine & Co. of Bordeaux is the perfect gift for the wine connoisseur or collector in your family! The handle is crafted from a gnarled cutting of seasoned grapevine, the perfectly appropriate medium for such a purpose!Circa mid-1900sMeasures 5H x 6.5W x 3D
Antique Liegoise Louis XIV Draw Leaf Dining Table is a superlative example of the high quality furnishings that have been produced in the region for centuries! The clever design has two leaves that tuck into slots underneath the main table top when not needed, then draw out easily and quickly when extra guests arrive. Leaves just as quickly tuck back in...
19th Century Dutch Wardrobe ~ Armoire will make the perfect choice for the tailored, casual or rustic decors! Hand-crafted from solid oak, it features a rectilinear theme with six molded panels on each door and the doors themselves surrounded by molding detail, with a nicely proportioned crown and base to frame the facade. Doors are hung with outboard...
19th Century French Louis Philippe Marble Top Burl Walnut Commode ~ Chest of Drawers is a superlative example of the tailored architecture and restrained 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...
Rustic Antique Double Pedestal Banquet Table was literally designed to last for centuries! Utilizing thick planks and beams of solid old-growth elm wood, the artisans who crafted it used a thick top so sturdy that an apron is unnecessary, allowing substantially more knee room than typical antique dining tables. Stretching over 8 feet in length, and with...
Antique Country French Cherry Wood Dining Table combines the capable craftsmanship of skilled rural artisans with the richness of aged, patinaed cherry wood to create a warm and welcoming dining table ready to take center stage in the room! Only three solid planks were used to form the top, capped off with end pieces, all joined with tongue & groove...
Set of 6 Antique French Louis XV Fruitwood Dining Chairs includes 2 Armchairs exude all the elegance of the style, but in a subtle and sophisticated expression. Hand-crafted and artfully carved from solid fruitwood, the set features a gentle arch to the seat back topped with carved floral and foliates that cascade outwards to the shoulders, with opposing...
Pair 19th Century French Louis XVI Walnut Bergeres ~ Armchairs envelope one in comfort, and do it in classic style! Crafted from sumptuous French walnut, the design features an arched seat back crown accented with a small floral wreath with ribbon that converts to a spiral ribbon trim motif that continues down to the armrest cushions, and picks up again...
19th Century French Louis XVI Painted End Table ~ Gueridon is a remarkable work of the sculptor's art! The only portion of the table that is not exquisitely hand-carved is the circular top, creating a surface ideal for a lamp table, a cozy seating group, or perhaps a pedestal for a sculpture or objet d'art. Th edge around the round top is an amazing...
Pair Antique Country French Walnut Petite Secretaries are truly an amazing and unique find! The design is unusually tall, shallow and narrow all at once, crafted entirely from fine French walnut and fitted with beautifully cast brass knobs and key guards. The top cabinet door drops down to reveal a small writing surface perfect for jotting down notes,...
Pair 19th Century French Walnut Neogothic Prayer Kneelers are an interesting design, with timeless styling that dates back almost a thousand years, yet with a lightweight structure that makes them easy to move about the home. Fine walnut was employed to create the visually open architecture, with two tall uprights connected at the kneeler and with two...
Antique Rustic Country French Whitewashed Sofa Table is of a classic design and features a colonnade resting on a classic "H" stretcher with four turned columns servings as legs. The two smaller turnings that serve to create the colonnade effect are of the same design as the four corner columns, the latter of which rest on transverse beams with the ends...
18th Century French Regence Marble Top Console is the perfect way to add timeless elegance to your entryway, hall or any niche! Sculpted from old-growth oak and left in a natural wood finish, it features lavishly carved shell and foliate designs pierce-carved through the contoured aprons above and below, with boldly scrolled cabriole legs. Note the...
18th Century Country French Walnut Marble Top Commode ~ Chest of Drawers was considered a luxury during its era, when closets had yet to be invented and having lots of clothes was reserved for the more affluent. Crafted from fine French walnut with adornment inspired by the Louis XIV style, it features a gracefully contoured facade which is accentuated...
Pair of 19th Century Marble & Bronze Cassolettes make an excellent choice for providing beauty, elegance and symmetry to any room! Such decorative items were created for the affluent class during the Belle Epoque, when classical style was considered essential to any proper interior. Sculpted from solid richly veined marble then mounted with...
18th Century French Louis XV Painted Buffet features a very tailored version of the style, with timeless French scrollwork in the door panels, apron and legs, and just a hint of foliate carvings. The patinaed and somewhat distressed painted finish steals the show, though, and makes this a great choice for any casual decor. The plank and panel top...
19th Century Italian Neoclassical Carved Giltwood Mirror combines naturalistic forms in a symmetrical presentation with classic Greco-Romanesque architecture to create a stunning visual effect. As is typical with Italian craftsmanship of this period, it is made entirely of hand-carved wood then the gold finish was applied. The motifs are elaborately and...
19th Century French Louis XIV Painted Trumeau features classically inspired architecture and elaborate bas relief and molded detail highlighted in gold to complement the warm beige patinaed painted finish of the woodwork. Unlike typical trumeaux with a painting or tapestry above the mirror, this work relies on the incredible artistry of the wood sculptor...
19th Century Italian Fruitwood Commode provides a delightfully artistic look that remains tailored and unassuming thanks to the rich finish on the exquisitely figured fruitwood and subtle design cues. Even more subtle is the intriguing grain pattern formed by the application of veneers on the front and sides. The casework was designed with a subtly...
Pair 19th Century Bronze Candlesticks with Angels hail from the Napoleon III Period, and feature stunning angels on elaborately detailed tripod bases acting as caryatids for the candelabras above, each depicting a floral bouquet in full bloom. The amazing detail which is exhibited can only be realized with close scrutiny. The angels are not duplicates,...
19th Century French Neoclassical Louis XVI Wall Decoration with Marble Inset and Carved Bacchus is an amazing work of the sculptor's art! Created from old-growth oak, it features incredible relief and three dimensionality, starting with the striking visage of Bacchus centered on the arched crown above. Egg & dart trim emanates out from the bust of...
Napoleon III Period Wrought Iron Marble Top Console was originally a balcony railing and has now been cleverly repurposed to create a singularly spectacular console which promises to make your entryway or any space into something truly unique and special! Intricately cast iron base is comprised of a variety of naturalistic motifs, enhanced by the...
Antique Renaissance Carved and Whitewashed Wood Mirror is a glorious example of hand-sculpted artistry making it an exceptional choice for adding flair and ambiance to any room. The framework boasts neoclassical "bones" that have been lavishly adorned with surrounding foliate scrolls in a variety of expressions. Lavishly executed oval rosettes appear on...
Reproduction Decorative Shrine ~ Niche with Distressed Painted Finish is a charming way to provide an Old World look that has the panache of an antique, but in a newly produced replica. Ideal for displaying statuary or a special objet d'art, its appearance is enhanced by the carefully applied multi-step painted finish which enhances the bold molding...