Known throughout France for its Belle Époque furniture and decorative objects, Maison Millet was one of Paris’s most formidable furniture makers during the 19th century.
The company was founded in 1853 by Théodore Millet, a talented cabinetmaker who specialized in crafting artistic bronzes and making 18th-century reproductions of furniture, particularly in the Louis XVI style.
During the mid-1800s, Maison Millet’s designs consisted of elaborate and skillfully embellished furniture that was elegant and luxurious. Pieces such as cabinets, cupboards and vitrines were made from fine wood and gilt bronze. Table lamps featuring Cipollino marble and wall sconces were highly decorative, ornamented with hand-chiseled ribbons, bows and flowers. For Maison Millet’s bronze pieces, it is said the company collaborated with many well-known Parisian sculptors and bronze casters, including Claudius Marioton.
By the late 19th century, Maison Millet’s reputation for exquisite furniture was firmly established. At the Paris Universal Exposition in 1889, the firm won the gold medal, and at the 1900 Universal Exposition, it won the grand prix and three diplômes d’honneur. In 1902, Maison Millet was given the distinguished honor of being one of a few furniture makers authorized by the Château de Versailles to make a replica of Marie-Antoinette’s famed Grand Cabinet à Bijoux (a jewelry case).
Following Maison Millet’s accomplishments and the success it enjoyed towards the end of the 19th century, furniture production slowed in the early 1900s. By 1906, its remaining pieces had been auctioned off, and by 1918, the company had closed.
Today, Maison Millet’s name continues to resonate among interior designers and avid collectors of 18th- and 19th-century furniture.
On 1stDibs, find a range of antique Maison Millet case pieces and storage cabinets, lighting, tables and more.
‘Grand Psyche’, Monumental Art Nouveau Mirror by Maison Millet
By Maison Millet, Claudius Marioton
Located in London, GB
‘Grand Psyche’, monumental Art Nouveau mirror by Maison Millet French, c. 1900 Height 270cm, width 170cm, depth 57cm This exquisite antique mirror was crafted around 1900 by the e...
Bronze, Ormolu
Art nouveau wall mirror in beech, by Carlo Zen, Italy, 1920s
By Carlo Zen
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
This large wall mirror is an expressive example of Italian art nouveau, distinguished by its sculptural presence and highly organic vocabulary. The composition is defined by a tall r...
Beech
$3,249Sale Price|20% Off
H 60.63 in W 20.48 in D 17.13 in
Neoclassical Style Swinging Brass Psyche Mirror in the Style of Maison Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice swinging neoclassical style psyche mirror is made of brass. This is a French work in the style of Maison Jansen. Circa 1970
Brass
$8,900
H 73 in W 55 in D 12 in
1940's Art Nouveau Meets Art Deco Hall Tree, Mirror With Coat Hooks and Shelf
Located in Culver City, CA
Say hello to the most stylish way to check your look before heading out the door! This seriously fabulous vintage Art Nouveau hall tree mirror is...
Brass
$4,480
H 58.27 in W 19.3 in D 15.95 in
Neoclassical Style Brass Psyche Mirror In The Style of Maison Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and elegant neoclassical style swinging psyche mirror. is all made of brass with a beveled mirror. This is a French work in the Style of Maison Jansen. Circa 1940
Brass
French C.1950s Modernist Nickel Plated Brass Psyche Mirror
Located in London, GB
A superb quality double sided nickel plated brass pysche dressing mirror from France. Beautifully patinated with brass showing through nickel plate in places. Heavy nods to Bauha...
Nickel
Brass Psyche Mirror
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice swinging psyche mirror is made of brass. This is a French work. Circa 1970
Brass
Large Empire Style Bronze and Brass Psyche Mirror
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice, elegant and large psyche mirror is made of bronze and brass. This is a French work in the Empire style. Circa 1880
Brass, Bronze
$9,079Sale Price|20% Off
H 70.48 in W 46.46 in D 19.69 in
Important Art Deco psyche / cheval floor mirror in wrought iron, France, 1920's
By Paul Kiss, Edgar Brandt
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
Superb and rare wrought iron psyche / cheval / floor mirror on a plant theme. Beveled Mirror. France, Circa 1920 Art Deco In the style of the productions of Edgard Brandt and Paul ...
Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron
$8,913
H 55.91 in W 18.51 in D 11.82 in
A RADICAL POP PSYCHE MIRROR by GARRAULT & DELORD, Ed. CHABRIERES, France, 1970
By Garrault-Delord
Located in PARIS, FR
A rare or even never seen floor mirror or "psyche" double-side mirror, 360° orientable Post-Modern, Cinétique, Radical, Minimalist, with a circular weighted base (please watch the photos with attention, few accidents on the chrome-plated metal), a double curved tube in chrome-plated metal around the circular articulated mirror...
Metal, Chrome
Venice Grand Canal Wood Art Mirror, Made in Italy
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Scroll down and click "view all from Seller" to see more than 400 other unique products. (2.2) The frame of this mirror is characterized by the use of recycled fir. A material with...
Mirror, Fir
"Psyche" Guillerme et Chambron floor mirror
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A psyché by Guillerme et Chambron Edition Votre Maison mirror and hanging clothes
Mirror, Oak
$1,385Sale Price|20% Off
H 55.91 in W 43.12 in D 4.34 in
Mahogany Art Nouveau Arts & Crafts Mirror by J.M. Middelraad for Pander, 1900s
By H.Pander & Zonen, J.M. Middelraad
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Elegant and rare Art Nouveau Arts & Crafts mirror. Design by J.M. Middelraad voor Pander. Striking Dutch design from the 1900s. Solid mahogany with original inlay. Marked with me...
Glass, Mahogany