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
$338
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
Lucite and Chrome Decorative Box, Mid-Century Modern, Italy, 1970s
Located in Naples, IT
Rare decorative lucite and chrome cube-shaped box. Made in Italy in the 1970s.
Chrome
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
$466
H 1.97 in W 7.88 in D 4.73 in
1970s Mid-Century Modern Faux Tortoiseshell Lucite Luxury Box Dior Home Style
By Dior Home, Guzzini
Located in Aci Castello, IT
Capturing the opulent essence of 1970s high-society design, this exquisite decorative box is a masterclass in Mid-Century Modern luxury. Crafted from heavy, high-quality lucite with ...
Brass
$992
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
$583
H 2.56 in W 7.29 in D 4.14 in
Alessandro Albrizzi Rectangular Box in Purple Lucite and Chrome, Italy, 1970s
By Alessandro Albrizzi
Located in Rome, IT
Rectangular box in purple Lucite and chrome by the Italian designer Alessandro Albrizzi. Made in Italy, circa 1970.
Metal, Chrome
$805
H 2.56 in W 6.89 in D 3.94 in
Dior Mid-Century Jewelry Box Tortoiseshell Effect Lucite and Chrome, Italy 1970s
By Dior Home
Located in Roma, IT
Delightful mid-century decorative jewelry box in tortoiseshell effect lucite and chrome. This fantastic piece was designed in Italy during the 1970s for a Dior Home Production. This...
Metal, Chrome
$437
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
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
$758
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
$408 / item
H 1.78 in W 6.89 in D 4.34 in
Midcentury Lucite and Brass Christian Dior Jewelry Box, French 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 elega...
Brass
$525
H 1.97 in W 8.67 in D 5.91 in
1970s Mid-Century Modern Faux Tortoiseshell Lucite Luxury Box Dior Home Style
By Dior Home
Located in Aci Castello, IT
Capturing the opulent essence of 1970s high-society design, this exquisite decorative box is a masterclass in Mid-Century Modern luxury. Crafted from heavy, high-quality lucite with ...
Brass
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