About Soniat House Antiques
After having furnished a hotel and multiple private residences, Rodney and Frances Smith's love of antique acquisition has never abated. In 1996 they opened Soniat House Antiques Gallery within their hotel, Soniat House. A handpicked collection of 18th, 19th, and 20th Century French, English, and Italian furniture, light fixtures, and decorative objects are offered. Mid-Century Modern is a period Mr. Smith is currently enjoying exploring. An early member of 1st Dibs, Mr. Smith enjoys working personally with members of the trade as well as private collectors. He also enj...Read More
Featured Pieces
Murano Glass Chandelier, 20th Century
20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Murano Glass
A 20th century Murano glass chandelier with six sconces. Each is finished with a crosshatched pattern and the arms are twisted. It is electrified and ready to be installed. This woul...
Portrait of a Boy, French, circa 1830
Antique 19th Century French Paintings
Paint
An oil on canvas portrait of a boy painted in France during the 1830s.
Measures: 18.5 x 15.
Plaster Cherub Face, French, Late 19th Century
Antique Late 19th Century French Busts
Plaster
A plaster sculpted head of a cherub created during the late 19th century.
Drop-Leaf Circular Table, 20th Century
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Oak
A beautiful modern circular table with a folding leaf and metal legs. The table can be flush with a wall or set as a standalone piece. Its versatility would make it a great addition ...
Mercury Glass Mirror, French
Antique 19th Century French Mantel Mirrors and Fireplace Mirrors
Mercury Glass
An original mercury glass mirror set into a painted wood frame featuring scroll work and leaf motifs. This piece would be lovely on a mantel (fireplace) piece or a shelf in an elegan...
Occasional Table by Fornasetti Printed with Lin...
Fornasetti
Mid-20th Century French Tables
A striking occasional table by Fornasetti featuring a portrait of Lina Cavalieri screen-printed on its surface. Cavalieri was a famed opera singer, once written about as the "most be...
Fornasetti Table Lamp Featuring Lina Cavalieri
Fornasetti
Mid-20th Century French Table Lamps
Ceramic
A table lamp designed by Fornasetti featuring the image of famed opera singer Lina Cavalieri screen-printed around the base. Once called the "most beautiful woman in the world," Cava...
Pair of Pierced Enamel Lamp Bases
Mid-20th Century French Table Lamps
Enamel
An exquisite pair of pierced enamel lamp bases with floral motifs climbing up the sides in excellent condition, dating to the mid-20th century. Each bloom is linked by climbing vines...
Pair of French Honeycomb Mirrors, circa 1980
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Cut Glass
A gorgeous pair of Mid-Century Modern styled French honeycomb mirrors with mercury glass finish. Dating circa 1980, the mirrors make an impressive statement with contemporary appeal.
French Walnut Lamp with Brass Hardware and an O...
20th Century French Table Lamps
Brass, Cotton, Walnut
A polished walnut lamp base with brass hardware, circa 1970. The shape is an elongated octagon and the lamp shade is oval.
The shade and base are purchased as a set.
Early 20th Century French Chair with Gilt Detai...
Early 20th Century French Baroque Chairs
Giltwood, Fruitwood
A French chair created circa 1750 in the style of ornate art furniture. The wood is ebonized fruitwood with gilded accents. The legs are tapered and turned, finished with giltwood ac...
Pair of Neoclassical Revialist Chairs, circa 1940
20th Century French Neoclassical Revival Chairs
Satin, Fruitwood
A pair of Neoclassical Revivalist chairs, circa 1940 after the tastes of Napoleon Bonaparte. The legs are simply done and the backs are finished with a classic X crossing. The cushio...
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