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A striking 1980s ceramic table lamp by French designer François Châtain, presented here in a more compact and elegant three-element version. Its sculptural base consists of three org...

A striking 1980s ceramic table lamp by French designer François Châtain, presented in an impressive large-scale format. Its sculptural base is composed of four organically shaped, ro...

"Kite" wall sconce in black lacquered metal, with a perforated metal horn-shaped deflector topped by a domed shutter. Luminalite edition, circa 1950 This iconic wall sconce features ...

A sublime Art Deco chandelier in a modernist style, combining architectural elegance with noble materials. Its finely crafted solid brass frame offers a warm and timeless presence. I...

Louis Sognot was a French designer best known for his elegant furniture made from a combination of rattan and wood. Sognot was influenced by Art Deco and Cubism aesthetics, giving hi...

Stunning pair of wooden wall sconces by the iconic French design duo Guillerme & Chambron, renowned for their sculptural craftsmanship and timeless post-war aesthetic. Crafted in sol...

Striking 20th-century painting depicting a vibrant bouquet of flowers in a geometric vase, executed with a highly expressive and gestural technique. The composition combines bold blo...

A bold and sculptural example of 1930s French Art Deco design, this large oval wall mirror is crafted entirely from hand-wrought iron, worked into a stepped, geometric frame with a s...

A superb example of French mid-century studio pottery, this table lamp is signed Accolay on the base — the mark of one of post-war France's most celebrated ceramic communities. Found...

This exceptional vintage oil painting is a striking example of 20th-century Orientalist art. It beautifully captures the poetic essence and warm atmosphere of a North African coastal...

Charming French mid-century stool featuring a beautifully hand-woven rush seat and a warm honey-toned solid wood frame. The generously rounded seat, tapered legs and geometric wooden...

An elegant French table lamp from the 1970s, combining natural materials with a clean, timeless design characteristic of the era. The rectangular base is decorated with genuine pres...

Elegant French Art Deco armchair crafted in solid walnut, dating from the late 1930s. Its refined design reflects the transition from the geometric elegance of Art Deco to the cleane...

Large handcrafted covered stoneware pot by French ceramic artists Thierry & Chantal Robert, dating from the 1970s. This striking piece beautifully reflects the couple's organic appro...

Elegant French Art Deco gondola chair dating from the 1930s, showcasing the refined curves and timeless sophistication characteristic of the period. The sculptural silhouette is enha...

Set of 16 Art Deco silvered knife rests designed by Benjamin Rabier, circa 1930. Each piece features a charming animal motif, characteristic of Rabier’s whimsical yet refined style. ...

A charming set of ten Belon oyster plates produced by MBFA (Manufacture Bretonne de Faïences Artistiques) in Pornic, France, during the 1950s. Renowned for its hand-painted tableware...

A striking flared, wing-shaped bowl set on a ringed, baluster-form foot. Blown in smoked amber-toned glass, the piece is decorated with a dynamic pattern of diagonal engraved lines...

Elegant French magazine rack dating from the 1950s, crafted from solid brass with a refined architectural design. The sculptural frame features a striking geometric pattern of crosse...

Beautiful rocking chair for kids in the style of Franco Albini France , 1950's

An elegant pair of French garden chairs from the 1950s, designed in the spirit of Colette Gueden. Their refined silhouette and airy construction perfectly embody the optimistic and s...

A charming pair of French garden armchairs from the 1950s, designed in the spirit of Colette Gueden. These elegant outdoor chairs perfectly capture the lightness and joyful modernism...

Elegant French Art Deco side table dating from the 1930s, showcasing the bold geometry and refined craftsmanship characteristic of the period. Crafted in black lacquered wood, the ta...

An elegant and highly distinctive French modernist desk designed by Louis Paolozzi in the 1950s. This refined piece perfectly illustrates the designer's signature aesthetic, combinin...

An elegant and rare French oak daybed attributed to Jean René Caillette, dating from the 1950s. This refined piece perfectly illustrates the designer's understated modernism, where c...

Original engraving (etching and embossing), signed and titled in pencil by the artist, numbered 47/60. From 1974 onwards, she regularly participated in numerous exhibitions in Fran...

Large vase of pliers worked crystal. Design: Antonio and Guido Bon for Val Saint Lambert. Belgium, Liège c. 1950. One chip underneath pictured

Industrial Coffee Table in Glass Blocks and Steel – Architectural Brutalist Design, France, 1970s–1980s A rare and highly distinctive industrial coffee table combining architectural...

A rare and highly collectible ceramic coffee service designed and produced by LUC Vallauris, one of the notable ceramic studios active in Vallauris during the golden age of French po...

Add a striking mid-century accent to your home with this beautiful pair of Brutalist hammered copper candle holders. Featuring an organic, flower-inspired design, these sculptural pi...

Elegant neoclassical desk crafted in faux bamboo, featuring refined proportions and a warm honey-toned finish that highlights its bamboo-inspired detailing. Raised on slender turned...

Beautiful vintage decorative tapestry from the 1950s, featuring a modernist composition of stylized peppers and fruit in a warm palette of deep reds, ochres, blacks, and greens. Cre...

Elegant signed lithograph by Albert Defossez, a 20th-century French artist whose work blends modern figuration with abstract elements. This composition depicts a stylized still life ...

An elegant decorative panel in Vietnamese lacquer, likely made in the second half of the 20th century. This piece features a refined design typical of Southeast Asian lacquer art: a ...

This brass and pewter mirror was crafted by Jean Goardère, a luxury artisan who received the prestigious titles of "Meilleur Ouvrier de France" (Best Craftsman of France) and "La Cou...

Elegant console table from the 1970s, attributed to Romeo Rega. This piece features a sleek architectural structure in steel accented with brass details, supporting a smoked glass to...

It features a clean and elegant design, raised on tapered legs characteristic of post-war French furniture. The front is composed of three drawers, including a cleverly designed cent...

Elegant mid-century display cabinet from the 1950s, most likely italian. This vitrine features a refined wooden structure with warm-toned veneer, resting on tapered legs, characteri...

ceramic rouleau vase with orange exterior glaze with black brown interior , france , 1950's

Scandinavian teak secretary from the 1960s, raised on tapered legs typical of Nordic design. The upper section features open shelving forming a bookcase, above a writing area with a...

This octagonal mirror boasts a bold geometric design typical of the Hollywood Regency aesthetic. Its beveled edge is enhanced by a deep, ultra-glossy burgundy lacquer, reminiscent of the sophisticated work of designers like Jean-Claude Mahey. A centerpiece for an interior with character, it captures light with rare elegance and instantly adds depth to any room. The mirror is in excellent vintage condition. The lacquer has retained all its original luster, and the glass is perfectly clear, offering a crisp, unblemished reflection. Its eight-sided shape and warm color make it a versatile decorative element, equally at home above a light wood sideboard...

Striking Brutalist table lamp from the 1970s, featuring a sculptural base in blackened metal composed of stacked cylindrical elements. The raw, architectural form and textured finish...

Elegant Art Deco pochoir illustration titled “Mado s’habille”, created in 1932 by French illustrator Carlos Bady. This work is part of the celebrated series “La Journée de Mado”, pub...

Charming Art Deco pochoir illustration titled “Mado se maquille”, created in 1932 by French illustrator Carlos Bady. This work is part of the celebrated series “La Journée de Mado”, ...

Striking French mid-century ceramic table lamp from the 1950s, featuring a highly sculptural “siren” or biomorphic form with fluid curves and openwork volumes. The elegant silhouette...

Striking Brutalist candlestick from France, dating to the 1970s, handcrafted in hammered wrought iron. The piece features a dramatic sculptural design composed of curved, organically...

Elegant mid-century pendant light attributed to French ironworker Pierre Basse, crafted in hand-forged wrought iron. The lamp features a slender vertical rod and finely worked decora...

Elegant floor lamp from the 1970s, featuring a sculptural structure composed of three brushed steel blades forming a refined and architectural silhouette. The clean lines and minimal...

Striking Brutalist wall mask from the 1950s, handcrafted in hammered forged iron with a powerful sculptural presence. The piece features a stylized human face crowned with a decora...

Art Deco Burl Wood Dining Table – 1930s – Original Condition Elegant Art Deco dining table from the 1930s, crafted in beautiful burl wood veneer with a striking natural grain patter...

Elegant Art Deco floor lamp in wood, France, circa 1930. The lamp features a slender vertical structure resting on a circular base, enhanced by two integrated round shelves that prov...

Made in the 1960s by the famous publisher Robert Sentou in France for Charlotte Perriand, these chairs are distinguished by their solid ash structure and their seat and backrest made...

Elegant Art Deco game table designed by Gauthier-Poinsignon, France, circa 1930. Crafted in beautifully grained wood, the table features refined proportions and the clean, architect...

Scandinavian stool from the 1950s in a rustic, Brutalist spirit. Featuring a solid wood round seat with visible grain, knots and natural imperfections, supported by three cylindrical...

Elegant and authentic French mid-century modern round coffee table dating from the 1950s. It features a minimalist black metal frame with three slender legs and a beautifully hand-wo...

Botanical lithograph by P. Stroobant for *L’Illustration horticole*, Volume 14, published in Ghent by Ambroise Verschaffelt in 1867, under the direction of Charles Lemaire. This ele...

This striking abstract composition by Huck, dated 2006, features a refined interplay of color, texture, and gesture. A deep blue field contrasts with soft grey tones, while bold yell...

This elegant pendant light from the 1960s features a polished aluminum structure paired with an opaline glass globe that softly diffuses the light. Of Danish origin, it embodies the ...

This striking Italian chandelier from the 1950s features a yellow perforated conical metal shade positioned above four lights with original glass cups. The brass structure adds warmt...

This elegant Art Deco photo frame features finely marqueted wood and original chromed metal fittings securing the glass. Produced in France in the 1930s, it reflects the refined craf...