French Decor

Tai Lue Burmese wooden Buddha sitting in Mara Vijaya (calling the earth to witness) posture on a base. Tai Lue is a tribal people living in Burma, it is difficult to find Buddha f...

A Neoclassical gilt-wood table with marble top above a panelled frieze decorated with interlaced circles puntuated by carved leaves spaced by mouldings. The square tapered and fluted...

Late 18th Century Chinese Ningxia Carpet ( 5' x 8' 1'' - 152 x 246 cm )

A carved wood wall plaque based on a design by Thomas Hope. Bespoke sizing, design adaptations and finishing available. We are currently working to a...

A carved gilt-wood ‘torchere’ in the Regency style. The exotic, circular marble top of concentric circles is inlaid with double bands of geometric shapes and seashells. The palm leaf...

A carved oval mirror of Adam design with leaf carved outer frame and bead carved inner frame, the surrounding border glasses are punctuated by oval flower-head paterae. The cresting ...

Very old wrought iron candleholder. Unique piece, Spain, circa 1650-1750.

Carlo De Carli set of chest of drawers and two nightstands in red lacquer with brass detailings. The commode consists of 3 drawers with mirrored ...

From Italy a unique set of three 18th and 19th century assorted Italian flat iron trivets used to place hot irons to protect the preservation of tables, cloth and from hot charcoal a...

This is a white porcelain vase made in Korea in the latter half of the 18th century. During the Joseon dynasty in Korea, white pottery was considered a noble one. Many masterpieces...

Roman School of Italian painting Madonna and Child early XVIII century Created by an artist of the Roman School of Italian painting in the early XVIII century, this exceptionally preserved artwork was part of a private collection, thus it has never been on the market before. The oil-on-canvas painting is enhanced with a carved and gilded wood frame. The Virgin's dress' vivid colors - red and white, with yellow and blue sleeves - hold a major role in the scene, as well as the position of both sacred characters - the Virgin's left hand is softly placed on her cheek, while the right arm is holding the Child against her chest. The Child is portrayed while giving blessing and holding in his left hand a small wooden cross...

A carved architectural wall bracket. The carved compound moulded shelf is supported by a scrolled volute decorated with leaves and husks, fl...

A Neoclassical gilt-wood side table with marble top above a panelled frieze decorated with a carved Vitruvian scroll. The square tapered and fluted legs are headed by paterae, carved...

The slice is 2cm thick. Agate is a largely translucent and variety of quartz and subvariety of chalcedony. Agate consists mainly of chalcedony and sometimes in combination with v...

This is a white porcelain vase made in Korea in the latter half of the 18th century. During the Joseon dynasty in Korea, white pottery was considered a noble one. Many masterpieces...

This late 18th century design carved and gilded wood wall bracket has a shaped and double moulded shelf and a tapered fan fluted body. The base is decorated with a lotus leaf collar ...

Incredibly old, rare and meaningful, antique giltwood tabernacle door with lamb of god sculpture. This striking and all handcarved, symbolic tabernacle must have originally been part of a church or monastery tabernacle and it is a real work of (religious) art. Most Christians will recognize and know the deeper, symbolic meaning of this sculptural church relic...

A Flemish armorial tapestry. Late 16th century, possibly Spanish Woven in wools, depicting the arms of the Abbasid dynasty, combined with those of ...

Burmese wooden seated crowned Buddha, or sometimes known as 'King Buddha', wearing diadem-crowns and ornaments of kings instead of ordinary monk's robes. Age: Burma, Shan Period, ...

An exceptional unusual period Baroque corner cabinet, carved pediment, decorative detailing to all the doors, original hinges and locks in tinned iron, measurement from the corner al...

This pair of Roman vases of the Louis-XVI period is extremely rare. The virtuosity of the sculpture follows with all the elements the Louis XVI sty...

A set of Chinese pottery stove. Age: Chinese, Han Dynasty, B.C. 206 - A.D. 220 Size: height 18.5 cm / width 9.8 cm / length 19.4 cm. Condition: Well-preserved old burial condition o...

This handmade wooden sailboat model from linden and mahogany trees is of high quality design. Measuring 30 inches in length, 6 inches in width, ...

This historical ancient Greek trireme ship model is made of high-quality wood and handcrafted with great care and effort. At 26.3 inches in length, 5.1 inches in width, and 11.8 inch...

Pair of 18th Century Stockholm-made armchairs with carved backs. With deep seats, cabriolet legs and beautifully upholstered Belgium linen seats. Re-painted in a typical white paint.

An attractive pair of Meissen Tischchenmuster tea cups and saucers. Hand painted florals the central area of the cup and to the center of the saucers. Meissen marks to the underside,...

Sheraton period mahogany shield back hall chair circa 1780 with circular dished seat resting on elegant turned legs with lower stretcher, wonderful untouched condition, no breaks wit...

17th century, Venetian School Stipo - Casket Lacquered and gilded wood, Measures: H. 46 cm; 50 x 31 cm Elegant cabinet of imperious and noble presence. The leonine corbels highl...

This handmade, sailboat model is truly a special piece. The graceful touches of mahogany and laurel wood make it aesthetically beautiful. Its length of 23 inches and width of 7 inche...

A pair of Sukhothai pottery jars from shipwreck. Age: Thailand, Sukhothai Period, 14th - 16th Century Size: height 28 - 28.5 cm / width 20 - 20.2 cm Condition: Nice condition overal...

A pair of Song Dynasty porcelain olive green vases decorated with gods around the vase and flying dragon on top of each vase. Each lid decorat...

This sculpture has taken on a different character over time as it has weathered and the detailing has softened. Time has given it a pared down, minimalist quality juxtaposing the R...

- In wonderful original condition from a West Country farmhouse where it has reputedly been all its life - The top is rare because it reversible with a patinated surface on one side...

A pair of Sukhothai pottery jars. Age: Thailand, Sukhothai Period, 14th - 16th Century Size: Height 29.2 - 30 C.M. / Width 17 C.M. Condition: Nice condition overall (some expected d...

Antique print titled 'Cloche d'Erforz - Cloche de Peking'. Print of two Chinese bells, one from Peking (Beijing). This print originates from Prevost's 'Hist...

Framed Saxton’s Map of Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, and Berkshire, 1574. Originally published as one of thirty-three maps in Christopher Saxton’s (c.1542- c.1610) Atlas of the Count...

Indulge in the timeless elegance of the late 18th century with this exquisite pair of Dutch pedestals, crafted from rich mahogany and adorned with intricate marquetry of fruitwoods. ...

Burmese bronze Buddha sitting in Mara Vijaya (calling the earth to witness) posture on a base. Age: Burma, Shan Period, 17th Century Size: Height ...

Pair of sculptures made of carved and polychrome wood, representing two angels holding cornucopias. Indo Portuguese . S. XVII - XVIII. Measures 55 x 50 cm Beautiful representation o...

1880 Period clock with two young lovers regulates gold and white marble movement "in Toulouse" dimension 32 cm high 27 cm wide 10 cm deep. Additioanal information: Material: Regu...

18th century Immaculate Conception and saints Marble, 60 x 50 x 9 cm In the center of the marble oval we find an Immaculate Conception accompanied by St. Vincent Ferrer (identifiable thanks to the presence of the wings and the Dominican dress), and by two saints of difficult identification, one of them with a monastic habit. The theme of the Immaculate Conception began to appear in artistic works ever since the debate began, which saw the Franciscans and the ramifications of the Benedictine Order lined up on one side, linked to the thought of Anselmo d'Aosta and Bonaventura da Bagnoregio, and on the other the Dominicans, linked to the discussion offered by Thomas Aquinas...

17th Century's Italian Hand Carved Wooden Column in the Solomonic Style

Pair of opaque trumpet-shaped opaline vases. Beautiful hand-painted floral patterns in a variety of colors and vibrant birds caring for the chicks and guarding their nest adorn this ...

Hand carved stone container fountain trough basin planter antique farm sink LA. Late 17th early 18th century small water fountain basin of hand carve...

Set of six armchair from the Louis XIV period. Period : 17th century Origin : VAL-DE-LOIRE Height : 120 cm Width : 64 cm Depth : 62.5 cm Walnut wood Good state of cons...

Renaissance cabinet from Burgundy Or Lyon Region Origin : Burgundy Or Lyon, France Period : Second Half 16th Century, C. 1580 Height : 209cm Length : 184cm Depth : 71cm Good condition Walnut wood, original keys and keyholes Around the middle of the 16th century the conception and ornamentation of French furniture evolves. The start of major building projects, such as the castle of Fontainebleau, gives artists a new impulse. Inventive and rich formulas are developed there, before spreading to all of Europe thanks to engravings and printed leaflets. Furthermore, Italian artists working on such construction sites bring French artists and patrons a renewed taste for the Antique. Regarding the art of furnitures, the most complex scenes and figures are drawn from illustrated books, ornament and emblem compendiums and engraving compilations. Rather than copying those images the artisans feed their inspiration and decline the motifs in numerous variations. The ornamental grammar marks a return to the Antique : palm leaf, acanthus, egg-and-dart, greek, scroll, fluted pilaster… It is in Primaticcio’s and Il Rosso’s stuccos made around 1540-1550 that we have to look for the origin of leather cut-outs, masks, chimaeras, harpies, sheathed figures, fruit and flower garlands that soon enrich every pieces of French furniture. The structure of the pieces of furniture also evolve thanks to the re discovery of Antique architectures, rigorously used as a model. This cabinet presents an imposing structure and a rich and original decor exemplifying the production of the late 16th century, infused with Italian, Antique and Fontainebleau influences. It stands on a moulded base ornate with palm leaves. It opens with four door-leaves and two drawers in the belt. Six whimsical terms divide the facade. The lower body is horizontally divided by three sheathed female terms. The two standing on the lateral posts are topped with fruits while the body is covered by acanthus leaves carved with precision, belted at the waist. The term standing on the central door-jamb is crowned with laurel leaves and is draped in the Antique fashion. A wincing mask hides the key hole. The two door-leaves are centred by a beautiful mask carved in a strong relief. They wear stylised feathered headdress and are set on draperies. Straps, leather scrolls, acanthus leaves and a shell are spread around the masks. The recessed panels are secured in frames ornate with acanthus leaves. The belt is flanked by two large mouldings enriched with variations of acanthus leaves. The drawers are carved with choux bourguignons and palm leaf motifs minutely executed. The consoles between each drawer bear tormented wincing masks, showing horns as if they were fauns or imps. The upper body is framed by two male terms characterised by a strong and nervous musculature, their manhood hidden by drapes secured thanks to a winged lion head. The term on the left appears to be younger and is wincing while the one on the right has a beard. The central female term brings contrast with her youth and sensuality. As it is the case on the lower body, the key hole is hidden behind the mouth of a faun’s mask placed on the drapes barely covering the intimacy of the caryatid. The panels of the upper body present an idealised architecture comprising pilasters and sinuous broken pediments. The pilasters are flanked by two satyrs with goat legs. In the centre appears an important lion mask. The terms of the upper body support the cornice. The entablature carries palm leaves and roses alternating as well as an egg-and-dart frieze. The cornice is adorned with acanthus motifs. On the sides, the carving is executed flat. A central rose is surrounded by scrolls, flowers and choux bourguignons. We can admire the variety of the elements employed. The artist vary with great genius many different ornamental motifs : palm leaf, egg-and-dart, laurel leaf, roses, scrolls … But the artist went even further as each profile and each face is individualised and presents different features. You can take a look at the faces of the satyrs flanking the upper body’s panels. The talent of the artist is undeniable. It makes no doubt the patron who commissioned this cabinet was an aesthete looking for the greatest quality. The artist who authored this cabinet had a great mastery of composition both in the general design and in the individual panels. They probably drew inspiration from engravings and drawings made especially for the making of this piece of furniture or not. They seem to be familiar with the style of Jacques Androuet du Cerceau. Indeed, we can find in Du Cerceau’s engravings the same juxtapositions of leather cut-outs, masks and fruits. The terms and caryatids used on the facade could very well be inspired by his work as well. The cabinet-maker was also undoubtedly observant of Hugues Sambin, the most famous cabinet-maker and sculptor in the Burgundy of the time. Like Du Cerceau, Sambin left an important ensemble of models particularly useful for the design of cabinets. His publication De l’Oeuvre de la diversité des termes dont on use en architecture (1572) was an essential book for every artisan. All the motifs testify of the artisan’s high knowledge of forms as well as the precision of their tools : super imposition of ornamental elements, foliages, architectural cut-outs, flat and high reliefs alternating, palm leaves inscribed in circular spaces, wincing faces. It is also a testimony of the artisan’s familiarity with Italian and Fontainebleau productions. Because of the proficiency of the cabinet-maker in so many different models, this cabinet truly is a master-piece authored by the hand of an authentic master. The generous carvings executed with great rigour and virtuosity evoke an origin close to Burgundy and Lyon workshops. This cabinet was made by a master of the region during the Second French Renaissance. Literature BOCCADOR Jacqueline, Le mobilier français du Moyen-Âge à la Renaissance, Édition d’art Morelle Mayot, 1996 BOS Agnès (dir.), Mobilier du Moyen âge et de la Renaissance, La collection du musée du Louvre, Louvre éditions...

Fontainebleau renaissance cabinet bearing the Dodieu’s family coat-of-arms Origin : ILe De France, School of Fontainebleau Period : Second ...

Small bedside table in mahogany late 18th century early 19th century, height 79 cm, width 49 cm and depth 35 cm. Additional information: Style:...

Chinese pottery dog. Age: China, Han Dynasty, 206 B.C.- A.D.220 Size: Length 22.3 C.M. / width 10 C.M. / height 7.6 C.M. (size excluding stand) Condi...

A fine longclock from the end of the 18th century circa 1780 in oak by the watchmaker Charles Robotham of the city of Leicester Very beautiful English clock The clock has its o...

Virgin and child in majesty Origine: castille Epoque: early 14th century Measures: Height: 72cm Length: 30cm Depth: 25cm Polychrome and gi...

18th century English oak display cabinet with originals glasses panels.

This is a rare ding-shaped incense burner using bamboo. Ding (鼎) is a tool used in ancient Chinese magical rituals, and while bronze ware is common, this ...

A very rare and unusual tile table from Schleswig Holstein with its original setting and gilding. The carvings are special, which are all around and...

This is gorgeous and decorative instrument box decorated with "Raden" work of mother of pearl shell shining in seven colors. Raden work using mother of pearl shell shining in seven c...

Chinese pottery cocoon jar incised with bands design. The cocoon jar is sometimes called a "duck-egg jar", used as a wine vessel during Han Dynasty. Ag...

18th Century wooden carvings. Decorative detailing of various flora and fauna, and carved mermaids.

Gregorius 17th century Italian Louis XIV solid walnut wood sideboard with plate rack. In the lower part equipped with three comfortable drawe...

- good original condition with minor signs of use.

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