The furniture crafted by esteemed French manufacturer Maison Forest during the late 19th century exceeds every metric of quality. Established in 1883 at 14 rue Pierre Picard in Paris, Maison Forest created exquisite pieces in the Louis XVI, Empire and Napoleon III styles.
Maison Forest was known for its range of cabinets, armchairs and writing desks that were made with meticulous attention to detail and an incorporation of only the finest materials. Its breccia marble-topped commodes, ebony cabinets with stone overlays and mahogany writing desks — which were embellished with leather surfaces and cast gilt-bronze mounts at the ends of their tapered legs — are prized by collectors and added notes of grace to any interior of the era.
Some of the furniture of Maison Forest was inspired by the work of Parisian designers such as Guillaume Benneman, who created furnishings for interiors at royal residences in the manner of Jean-François Oeben and Jean-Henri Riesener, a favorite of Marie Antoinette and whose work was exemplary of the neoclassical style.
Maison Forest moved its facilities at least once to 31 rue Cambaceres and later exhibited its offerings at the World’s Columbian Exposition of 1893 Chicago.
On 1stDibs, find antique Maison Forest case pieces, seating, tables and more.
French Louis XVI Maison Forest Marble Top Cabinet with Inset Chinoiserie Panels
By Maison Forest
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This magnificent Maison Forest Chinoiserie commode is an exceptional example of French luxury furniture, combining the refined craftsmanship of one of Paris's most prestigious cabine...
Marble, Bronze
Late 19th Century Circular Gueridón Table by F. Linke for Maison Forest, France
By Maison Forest , François Linke
Located in North Miami, FL
Late 19th century Louis XV circular gueridón table with ormolu accents attributed to François Linke for Maison Forest, France By: François Linke, Maison Forest Material: wood, bronz...
Metal, Bronze, Copper, Ormolu, Tin
Empire Style Gilt-Bronze Mounted Bureau Plat by Maison Forest, circa 1900
By Maison Forest
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
An Empire style gilt-bronze mounted bureau plat by Maison Forest. Paris, circa 1900. Bearing two labels to the underside: 'FOREST/TAPISSERIE/EBENISTERIE/31 RUE CAMBACERES.PARIS...
Bronze
French Louis XVI Style Bronze Mounted Marble Top Secretary by Jules Piret
By Maison Forest
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions - H: 49 in W: 27 1/4 in D: 13 3/5 in IMPORTANT: This piece is not by Maison Forest it is signed and by Jules Piret but cannot be changed in the listing. An exceptional a...
Marble, Griotte Marble, Bronze, Ormolu
Pair of Wood and Gold Leaf Armchairs by Maison Forest, France
By Maison Forest
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Pair of wood and gold leaf armchairs by Maison Forest, France, late 19th century.
Gold Leaf
19th Century Gilt Bronze Mounted Coromandel Lacquer Cabinet by Maison Forest
By Maison Forest
Located in Long Island City, NY
A Beautiful Late 19th Century Gilt Bronze Mounted Louis XVI Style Coramandel Lacquer Cabinet By Maison Forest By Maison Forest A fine marble top above a single bronze mounted drawe...
Marble, Bronze, Ormolu
$85,000 / set
Pair of Five-Light Candelabra, circa 1900
By Maison Forest
Located in Atlanta, GA
A superb pair of five-light gilt and patinated bronze electrified candelabra featuring cherubs supporting a naturalistic branch type candelabra signed "Fo...
Bronze
Maison Forest Signed French Louis XVI Style Writing Table - Late 19th Century
By Maison Forest
Located in Forney, TX
A rare and very fine quality 19th century French bureau plat by renowned Parisian ébéniste Maison Forest. Maison Forest is one of the most famous french cabinetmakers of the 19th a...
Bronze, Ormolu
French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Mahogany, Ormolu, and Marble Commode
By Maison Forest
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A striking French 19th century Louis XVI st. mahogany, ormolu, and Sienna marble commode, signed Forest. The beautiful and uniquely shaped four drawer chest is raised by elegant circ...
Siena Marble, Ormolu
French 19th Century Neoclassical Style Cabinet Vitrine Clock Signed FOREST
By Maison Forest
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A rare and monumental French 19th century neo-classical st. burl ash, ebony and ormolu mounted cabinet vitrine with the original capital and fitted clock signed FOREST. This spectacu...
Ormolu
Signed Maison Forest Marquetry Inlaid Bronze Mounted Secretary Desk with Cubbies
By Maison Forest
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This rare and exceptional cabinet by Maison Forest is the sort of furniture that gives off an air of quiet authority, like it knows the room will eventually organize itself around it...
Bronze
A fine 19th century French mahogany and gilt bronze console by Maison Forest
By Maison Forest
Located in Dallas, TX
A fine 19th century French Louis XVI mahogany and marble topped console. Signed by French cabinetmaker Maison Forest. Fine gilt bronze details in the frieze. Original marble top
Marble, Bronze
Pair of Patinated Wood and Gold Leaf Armchairs by Maison Forest, France
By Maison Forest
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Pair of patinated wood and gold leaf armchairs by Maison Forest, France, late 19th century.
Gold Leaf
Late 19th Century Gilt Bronze Mounted Marquetry Cabinet by Maison Forest Paris
By Maison Forest
Located in Long Island City, NY
A Wonderful Late 19th Century Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze Mounted Marquetry and Parquetry Cabinet by Maison Forest, Paris Maison Forest The breche violette marble top above a cente...
Marble, Bronze, Ormolu
Pair of Vintage Sculpted Oak Armchairs by Madison Furniture
By Madison Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning pair of vintage modern arm chairs feature unique "box" style sides. The beautiful wood grain and floating angled backrest add to the allure. Smooth edges and plush blue upholstery ensure comfort in any modern interior. Made by Madison Furniture Industries...
Upholstery, Wood, Hardwood, Oak
French Louis XVI Style Marble Top Demilune Cabinet
Located in Houston, TX
French Louis XVI style marble top console cabinet, early 20th c., Mahogany case fitted with five drawers, two curved door cabinets, Rising on tapered fluted legs, bronze mounts.
Walnut
Royal Empire Desk/Bureau Plat, Gilt Bronze, 19th Century
Located in Berlin, DE
Royal Empire Desk/Bureau Plat, Gilt Bronze Mahogany with gilded bronze fittings in the form of female figures, incense burners, acanthus decoration and garlands. Rectangular plate w...
Bronze
French 19th Century Bistro Table - Gueridon
Located in Round Top, TX
Classical mid-19th century Bistro Table - Gueridon from the Provence area of France. Soundly constructed from cast iron with a beautifully patina'd marble top.
Marble, Iron
$6,000 / set
H 38.38 in W 26 in D 24.5 in
French Louis XV Style Pair of Armchairs, Caned Seatback, 6 Available
By Massant
Located in Montreal, Quebec
French Louis XV style pair of armchairs, caned seatback. Classical pure-lined model in Trianon grey with natural cane back and upholstered off-white seat...
Upholstery, Cane, Wood
$10,500
H 31 in W 52 in D 31 in
Louis XV Style French Kingwood Parquetry and Gilt Bronze Bureau Plat 'Desk'
By Jean-Pierre Latz
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A late 19th century French Bureau Plat in kingwood and amaranth parquetry with three drawers to one side with gilt bronze decoration all round; notable are the drawer handles modelled with Chinese heads; the two ends decorated with Apollo heads...
Kingwood
Large 19th Century French Mahogany Gueridon
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Beautiful French Restauration period (1814-1830) flame mahogany gueridon. On a vase shaped base with a tripod base terminating with lion paw feet on casters. It has a stunning gr...
Marble
$5,730
H 56.7 in W 32.29 in D 14.57 in
Antique French Louis XVI Secretary Chest Commode, Carrara Marble
Located in Senonches, Centre-Val de Loire
Antique French Louis XVI secretary chest of drawers topped with a white Carrara marble, fluted legs finished with golden bronze clogs and thorough dressed in bronze and brass details...
Carrara Marble
French 19th Century Mahogany Gueridon Bouillotte
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A charming French mahogany Gueridon Bouillotte table originally used for playing cards. Topped with white marble and surrounded by a pierced brass gallery that’s nicely patinated. Tw...
Marble, Brass
French 19th Century Vernis Martin Cabinet with Ormolu Mounts
Located in London, GB
A Vernis Martin cabinet in the Louis XVI manner Constructed in mahogany, with extensive ormolu mounts; the square rectangular tapering legs, d...
Ormolu
$7,500 / set
H 42 in W 25 in D 21 in
Beautiful Pair of Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Carved Wood Armchairs
Located in Long Island City, NY
A Beautiful Pair of Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Carved Wood Arm Chairs High backs with high wavy arms, fine floral and foliate carved motifs on the back, arms and bottom. Detail...
Fabric, Wood
$4,741Sale Price|30% Off
H 57.09 in W 36.23 in D 14.97 in
French Louis XVI Secretaire Abattant / Secretary desk, circa 1800
Located in Lucenec, SK
The secrétaire à abbatant or fall front desk is nearly identical to the desk 5th President James Monroe brought back from France in 1797. These desks are ...
Brass
Sold
H 33.75 in W 57.25 in D 21 in
French Louis XVI Style Marble Top Bronze Mounted Commode By Maison Forest
By Maison Forest
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions - H: 33 3/4 in W: 57 1/4 in D: 21 in An extraordinary French Louis XVI style bronze-mounted commode by the renowned Parisian maker Maison Forest, one of the most respect...
Marble, Bronze, Ormolu
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H 86.5 in W 20.5 in D 13.5 in
Bronze Mounted French Louis XV Maison Forest Rosewood Grandfather Clock
By Maison Forest
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a rare and extremely unusual clock by the famous firm of Maison Forest of Paris. The clock features a gorgeous and very clean original rosewood case with a magnificent figura...
Brass, Bronze
French Louis XVI Style Marble Top Cabinet By Maison Forest
By Maison Forest
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions- H: 63in W: 72in D: 19in This French inlaid Chinoiserie cabinet wardrobe armoire signed Maison Forest was built to last! Maison Forest was established at 14 rue Pierre...
Carrara Marble, Ormolu
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H 56 in W 53 in D 13 in
Fine 19th Century Louis XVI Mahogany and Gilt Bronze Mounted Vitrine by Forest
By Maison Forest
Located in Dallas, TX
A fine 19th century Mahogany and gilt bronze mounted viewing cabinet signed Maison Forest. Very fine gilt bronze mounts with three sections and marble tops. The cabinet is illuminated and has glass shelves for display...
Marble, Bronze
Fine French 19th Century Center Table by Maison Forest, Fine Gilt Bronze
By Maison Forest
Located in Dallas, TX
A very fine 19th century French Louis XVI center table by Maison Forest. Mahogany and fine gilt bronze mounts. Original Breccia marble top.
Breccia Marble, Bronze
Signed Maison Forest of France Marble Top Figural Bronze Mounted Vitrine
By Maison Forest
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Signed. Brass ormolu. Marble top. One glass door containing 2 glass shelves. Measures: Lighted. 54 3/8" H x 53 1/2" W x 14 1/4" D.
Marble, Bronze
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H 50.25 in W 41.25 in D 18.63 in
Signed Maison Forest Antique Secretaire Secretary Desk in Louis XVI Style
By Maison Forest
Located in Shippensburg, PA
A fine French fall-front secretary desk from the first quarter of the 20th century, this piece was executed by the shop of Maison Forest in Paris and exhibits all of the careful atte...
Marble, Bronze
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H 88.75 in W 37 in D 19.5 in
Pair of French 19th-20th Century Louis XV Style Carved Vitrines by Maison Forest
By Maison Forest
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A fine pair of French 19th-20th century Louis XV style mahogany and parcel-gilt-wood carved Vitrines by Mâison de Forest, Paris. Each two-corps cabinet crowned with a carved parcel-giltwood shell above a single door vitrine with two glass shelves. The lower storage compartment with single carved wood shelf...
Glass, Mahogany, Giltwood