Furniture and decor created in the Louis XV and Louis XVI styles may have been Maison Mercier Frères’s specialty, but the leading 19th-century firm also earned the patronage of European courts and of Eastern royalty for its elegant custom furniture. In subsequent decades, the Maison also explored the Art Nouveau and Art Deco styles, retaining its wealthy clientele and gaining loyalty among newcomers to the historic manufacturer.
Providing the Spanish crown, the Persian royal family and much of Europe’s royalty with the highest quality furniture was a main source of revenue for Maison Mercier Frères throughout the 19th century. Founded by Claude Mercier, Maison Mercier Frères participated in major French exhibitions, including the 1844 and 1849 Exposition des produits de l’industrie française and the Universal Expositions in 1867 and 1900.
While it primarily operated out of a manufacturing location on rue Saint-Antoine in Paris, Maison Mercier Frères also established a joint factory in Lyon in 1913 called Mercier & Chaleyssin. A later branch opened in Buenos Aires, Argentina, in 1914, with another on 59th Street in New York City in 1927. Despite its popularity, a well-placed store on the Champs-Élysées and worldwide branches, the company closed in 1985, leaving behind a treasure trove of expertly made vintage and antique furniture.
On 1stDibs, find a collection of Maison Mercier Frères tables, case pieces, decorative objects and more.
Maison Mercier Modernist Tortoise and Clear Acrylic Lucite Box, circa 1970
By Mercier Freres
Located in Atlanta, GA
This exquisite modernist acrylic Lucite lidded box, expertly crafted in France circa 1970, is a striking embodiment of refined design and artistic sophistication. In keeping with the...
Lucite
Maison Mercier Tortoiseshell Lucite and Chrome Box, circa 1970
By Mercier Freres
Located in Atlanta, GA
Designed by the prestigious Parisian house Maison Mercier Frères and crafted in France circa 1970, this striking lidded box epitomizes refined modernist design. The piece enhances a ...
Metal, Chrome
Chic & Stylish Mercier Frères, Paris Nutwood and Gilt Bronze Ladies Writing Desk
By Mercier Freres
Located in Lisse, NL
Finest quality and stunning design Louis XVI style desk, circa 1890. Owning and using top quality pieces of furniture from times when European craftsmen were at the top of their game is something that will lift your spirit like very few things can. That is ofcourse is you are able to recognize quality. It will remain a mystery why so many people don't seem to see the quality and the details of even the best quality made antiques. This wonderful antique ladies desk...
Bronze
$330
H 1.66 in W 11.03 in D 4.73 in
1970s Mid-Century Modern fake Tortoiseshell Lucite Italian Jewelry Box
By Guzzini
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This 1970s Mid-Century Modern Italian jewelry box is a beautiful example of the era's design sensibilities, combining elegance, functionality, and high-quality craftsmanship. Here's ...
Lucite
Gilt Bronze and Champleve Enamelled Inkstand
Located in Cheshire, GB
19th Century gilt bronze and champlevé enameled inkstand with single well with hinge cover and pen rest. All raised up on bun feet. Dimensions H...
Bronze
Tortoise Shell Glove Box and Basket
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Victorian silver plate and tortoiseshell basket. And tortoiseshell glove box. The box measures 1.5 inches H x 10.5 inches W x 2 inches D.
Tortoise Shell
Italian Tortoiseshell Lucite and Brass Decorative Box, 1970s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant Italian rectangular box featuring a richly patterned tortoiseshell-effect Lucite lid framed in polished brass. Its clean geometric form and warm amber tones make it a sophist...
Lucite
$797
H 2.76 in W 7.68 in D 4.53 in
Midcentury Box Lucite Ice effect and Brass Chrome Willy Rizzo Style, Italy 1970s
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury amazing rectangular box in lucite ice effect and brass chromated in the style of Willy Rizzo. Made in Italy in the 1970s. Perfect desk object or gift idea.
Metal, Brass, Chrome
$744
H 2.17 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in
Christian Dior Midcentury Lucite Tortoiseshell Effect and Brass Jewelry Box 1970
By Dior Home
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous mid-century square shaped decorative jewelry box in an elegant tortoiseshell effect lucite and brass. This fantastic piece was designed in France during the 1970s for Christ...
Brass
$973
H 6.3 in W 4.93 in D 4.93 in
Dior Tortoiseshell Lucite and Brass Decorative Octagonal Box, Italy 1970s
By Christian Dior
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning Mid-Century jewelry or decorative octagonal box in a beautiful tortoiseshell effect lucite and brass. This stylish object was made in Italy during the 1970s and is attribute...
Acrylic, Lucite, Plexiglass
Burl Wood & Tortoiseshell Effect Lucite Box, Italy, 1970s
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Rome, IT
Rectangular box in tortoiseshell-effect lucite and burl wood frame made in Italy in the 1970s.
Metal, Aluminum
$429
H 2.17 in W 4.53 in D 3.94 in
Midcentury Lucite, Tortoise Plexiglass and Brass Christian Dior Jewelry Box 1970
By Christian Dior
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful and tiny Christian Dior style jewellery case, it is made of Lucite, Tortoise plexiglass and brass. It was produced in France during 1970s and in its simplicity and eleg...
Brass
$1,309
H 1.97 in W 6.3 in D 4.34 in
Modernist Wood and Enamel vanity Box by J. Capo Esmaltes, Spain, circa 1970's
By Capo Esmaltes
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Beautiful modernist jewelry box designed and produced by J. Capo Esmaltes in Spain during the 1970's. This handcrafted woodbox with pink, blue and brown enamel details is a true work...
Enamel
$740
H 1.58 in W 15.36 in D 5.52 in
Italian Mid-Century Acrylic Faux Tortoise and Brass Decorative Box, 1970s
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Italian Mid-Century Acrylic Faux Tortoise and Brass Decorative Box, 1970s Gorgeous Italian crafted jewelry box made of acrylic with brass details. Can be used as a jewelry box as we...
Brass
$6,985 / set
H 4.02 in Dm 2.05 in
HERMES PARIS 1970 Desk Cylinders Lighter & Cigarettes Box In Gilt And Sterling
By Hermès, Louis Ravinet and Charles D'Enfert 1
Located in Miami, FL
A desk set of lighter and cigarettes case designed by Hermes Paris. This is a very handsome smoker set, created in Paris France by the luxury house of Hermes, back in the 1970. The ...
Silver, Gold
$675
H 1.58 in W 6.89 in D 4.89 in
Midcentury Box in Faux Tortoiseshell Lucite Christian Dior Style, Italy 1970s
By Team Guzzini, Dior Home, Christian Dior
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury amazing rectangular decorative box in tortoiseshell-effect lucite in Christian Dior Home style. Made in Italy in the 1980s. Perfect desk object or gift idea.
Metal, Brass
1970s Lucite and Chrome Decorative Box
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
1970s Decorative Box Lucite and chrome decorative box. Italy, circa 1970 W. 17,5 cm, D. 10,8 cm, H.4,5 cm
Chrome
$427
H 1.78 in W 3.15 in D 3.94 in
Roberto Cavalli Lucite Jewelry Box with Tortoise Effect, Italy, 1970s
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful midcentury lucite jewelery box by Roberto Cavalli, with a stunning tortoiseshell effect. This gorgeous piece was produced in Italy in the 1970s. This object is timeless ...
Lucite, Plexiglass
Sold
H 16.15 in W 13.78 in D 5.91 in
Midcentury Liwan's Rome Italian Picture Frame for Maison Mercier Freres, 1970s
By Mercier Freres, Liwan's Rome
Located in Roma, IT
Astonishing midcentury chromed brass and dark red glass photo frame. This item was designed in Italy during the 1970s by Liwan's of Rome for Maison Mercier Freres...
Metal, Brass, Chrome
Maison Mercier Paris, Tortoiseshell Lucite and Chrome Box, 1970s
By Mercier Freres
Located in Atlanta, GA
This elegant 1970s rectangular-shaped decorative lidded box was designed by the Parisian luxury house Maison Mercier Freres. It features a thick tortoise (tortoiseshell) pattern Luci...
Metal, Chrome