At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal French directoire buffet for your home. Frequently made of
wood,
metal and
walnut, every French directoire buffet was constructed with great care. There are 185 variations of the antique or vintage French directoire buffet you’re looking for, while we also have 3 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect French directoire buffet — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A French directoire buffet, designed in the
Louis XVI or
Louis XV style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one French directoire buffet that is appealing in its simplicity, but
Maison Jansen,
Lillian August and
Sahon Tradition Furniture produced versions that are worth a look.
For get-togethers or large celebratory meals in your already sumptuous dining area, a charming and durable vintage, new or antique buffet, with its decorative and practical features, can truly elevate the experience.
Although often used as a synonym for “sideboard,” a buffet technically possesses a tiered or shelved superstructure for displaying decorative kitchenware. The term derives from buffet à deux corps, a piece that is seen mostly in French Provincial furniture. And while the terms “case pieces” and “case goods” may cause even the most decor-obsessed to stumble, these furnishings — which include buffets, credenzas, cupboards and other must-have items — have been a vital part of the home for centuries.
Buffets are the ideal place to keep serveware and larger serving pieces that you’d rather have tucked away when not in use. They’re typically long and low and can be the perfect option for serving food as well as storing your porcelain and making your space tidy and organized. Feel free to dress up your buffet between meals with decorative objects or stacks of art books.
A buffet can be positioned in your living room, entryway or hall if space allows. But if you intend to permanently pair your case piece with your dining room table, when shopping for your vintage buffet you’ll definitely want to think about your dining room’s space restrictions. Allow for at least two feet of space between your buffet and your table so that guests can easily move to and fro as needed, and a buffet that is convenient for serving food should be as high as a kitchen counter if possible.
If you’re looking for inspiration for your home bar or dining area, find Art Deco buffets, mid-century modern buffets, Hollywood Regency buffets and other varieties on 1stDibs today.