French Architectural Elements

Antique Dramatic French plaster architectural column.

This beautiful boiserie panel depicting an allegory of Spring and the Arms of France was hand-painted in France, circa 1840. Boiserie is ornate wooden paneling that covered walls and ceilings of luxurious chateaus in France. The use of these panels became more prevalent at the end of the 17th century, before exploding in popularity during the 1700’s, thanks to multiple installations at the Palace of Versailles. Lengthy paintings such as this (ours is over 112 inches long) would often be placed above a doorway, forming a continuous theme with the rest of the room. The arrival of Spring is depicted by four winged cherubs frolicking among pink, white, and yellow flowers. None of the cherubs are clothed, although two of them are draped in colored textiles. The putto on the far left has a billowing peach colored material hanging from the left shoulder as he holds a sheer piece of fabric. The transparent veil stretches across most of the canvas, extending to the right hand of a female cherub wearing a jeweled tiara on the far right. On the same side of the canvas, but more medial, is another putto loosely draped in green fabric. To the left is the fourth cherub, a female with a laurel leaf tiara that is holding onto the edge of the Arms of France. A gold oval medallion, adorned with volute scrolls at the top and bottom, encircles a representation of the coat of arms of France from the Bourbon Restoration (1814/1815-1830). There is a large, curled leaf rising from the top volute with a husked border surrounding the light blue background with three gold fleur de lys. Our magnificent French painting gives off a warm and lively feel. Although it could still be used as part of a boiserie room...

These monumental arched antique door shutters were salvaged from a 19th century French chateau. They would have been on the ground floor, attached...

This exceptional steel and glass brise-soleil panel was designed in 1964 by Jean Prouvé for the cafeteria of the Saint-Joseph Institution in Nancy. Conceived as a functional architec...

A pair of 19th Century French cast iron weather vane with triple arrows. White painted patina with some rusting and verdigris copper sheathed tip. Good heavy casting with large posts...

This elegant pair of painted carved French wall brackets offers both decorative charm and practical display versatility. Crafted with refined detail, each bracket features scrolling ...

Very rare Panel with glass porthole - 1960 Jean Prouvé - Studal . Self-supporting porthole bin. . Aluminium and glass. . Saint Egreve technical building/ architect Gutton . Dimension...

Set of Four Carved Stone Medallions Depicting Satyr Faces Architectural elements from the late 18th to early 19th century. Each medallion features a fantastical satyr’s face—mythical...

An incredible Folk Art Vane or Finial, hand forged in France in the late 19th century, the huge sculpture shows a large mother hen surrounded by her chicks. We believe that this was...

A gargoyle is an ornamental waterspout that protrudes from a roof and carries rainwater away from the walls of a building, protecting it from damage. This rare Gargoyle dates back to...

Beautiful antique fireplace of Arabescato marble from the 19th century in style of Louis XVI. This fireplace has a beautiful ornament in the middle of the front part and at the top o...

A pair of oval double door push and pull handles in clear glass with swirls of old pink and burgundy. They are cast glass ( 2.2 cm thick ) with bronze anodized fittings, They are des...

Crafted in France, circa 1920, this zinc roof finial was repurposed at a later date into an oversized lamp base. The metal has a gray hue but has developed areas of gold and black fr...

A French Bronze Door Handle, 19th Centry Provenance: Private Australian Collection. Dimension: Width: 32cm Depth: 7cm Height: 11.3cm

A late 18th Century French terracotta finial in two parts. The base a Neo-Classical urn adorned with garlands supporting a top section of flames.Minor losses commensurate with age.

This rare enameled steel façade panel, designed in 1964 by Jean Prouvé for the Saint-Joseph Institution in Nancy, is a striking example of the architect-designer’s visionary approach...

Beautiful antique fireplace from the 19th century in English Regency style! This fireplace has a very chic look and many decorations and ornaments, such as acanthus leaves. An elegan...

18th Century Large Mantle Regence Chateau Hand Carved Stone Antique Fireplace , Rare and unique French antique castle fireplace Louis Regence Transition Louis XV Period Limestone Chi...

A French faux-marble painted wood column from the mid 20th century. This vintage pedestal from France has a round-shaped column body, with a squared top. Circular banding/molding is ...

A 19th century French Louis XVI style breche Violette marble fireplace. The shaped, scrolled jambs with carved square paterae above. The bowed frieze with flutes throughout and shape...

Pair of Important Antique Cast Iron Urns Exquisite 18th-Century Directoire Urns

This exceptional pair of antique French cast iron vases originates from the heart of Paris, France. Crafted during the Directoire period (1770–1790), these urns showcase the elegance and craftsmanship of the era. The beautiful patina adorning the cast iron speaks to their historical authenticity. These timeless antiques are a testament to both functional design and aesthetic appeal from a celebrated period in European history.

Throughout history, antique urns and vases have been cherished across Europe for their exquisite craftsmanship and multifaceted functionality. Often serving as symbols of status and artistry, they were used to adorn gardens, courtyards, and stately homes. Made by skilled artisans, these pieces combined durability with intricate design, ensuring they could withstand the elements while remaining visually captivating. Today, their historical value and timeless appeal make them sought-after garden antiques.

These antique garden planters...

Large French double door from the late 19th century. Made of solid pine wood in the original paint. Doors made in frame construction with 4 cassettes each. Very beautiful origi...

Beautiful robust castle mantelpiece made of French limestone. This antique mantle dates from the 19th century and is in the style of Louis XIII with a beautiful ornament in the middl...

Add an elegant Parisian touch to your decor with this beautiful antique French ormolu, Beaux Arts escutcheon, circa 1900-1910. Designed to cover a keyhole on either a salon door, arm...

A very impressive French Rococo fireplace carved in statuary marble. The panelled frieze and bracketed jambs delicately carved with trailing fl...

A French carved and painted wooden panel from the 19th century, with musical instruments. Created in France during the 19th century, this architectural panel features a grey painted textured ground adorned with a carved Allegory of the Liberal Arts symbolized by various musical instruments, set inside a molded frame topped with scrolling foliage. Boasting a nicely weathered patina, this 19th century French carved wooden panel...

Écho Bois Déchiré Sculptural Screen by Meubles Thouret. Numbered and signed by the artists. Delivered with a Certificate of Authenticity. Dimensions: W 180 x D 5 x H 119 cm. Material...

A very fine quality French Louis XV style marble fireplace in light Carrara. The panelled frieze with carved shell to centre flanked by foliage and belldrop below. The shaped jambs w...

Rare panneaux "plein double face Jean Prouvé pour Studal . 1960 - Bâtiment technique de Saint Egrève Bon état général Plus d'informations sur demande

This beautiful paneled room is composed of elements from the Louis XVI period on a pine tree structure, some elements have been put on more recent frame from the 20th century beginning. It shows a white painted paneled decor...

A French zinc finial fragment from the 19th century presented on custom stand. This antique decoration from France features a nicely detailed, three-dimensional, zinc architectural p...

Carved and Gilded Wood Urn

A rare and impressive pair of stone finials in the shape of Fleur-de-Lyes originating in France during the 18th century. The Fleur-de-Lis, transl...

This original vintage fireplace surround is a one of a kind chimney piece. A real eyecatcher. It is influenced of the wars by Napoleon to Egypt. The mantel is in perfect condition a...

French Victorian large gilt arch shaped horizontal wall plaque with 3 carved winged cupid heads and scroll filigree design.   

Elegant antique carved plaster mascaron depicting a female face with a gentle smile, framed by abundant scrolling hair and richly modelled acanthus leaves. This architectural relief...

Beautiful, authentic Louis XIII style mantelpiece, made from the rare Fleur de Pêche marble. This elegant mantelpiece dates back to the early 19th century and has been carefully pres...

This original fireplace surround is in very good condition. It has some wonderful carving including a very pretty medallion on the front; it would look splendid in a paneled room. ...

Pair of French Louis XV style (19th Century) gilt carved valance pelmet with floral trim and center scroll design (PRICED AS Pair).

Polished gold and chrome S7 door handle deco Poignée by Serdaneli, Paris. Prestige collection. 24-karat gold-clad cast bronze. Gorgeous, substantial set. For over 45 years, Serdaneli, the "haute couture" of bathroom fittings...

Very chic antique fireplace of Carrara marble with gilded gold. An elegant fireplace with beautiful ornaments and decorations in gilded gold in the front part and continuing on the l...

Set of three pairs of Charlotte Perriand large slat doors Hisotry: Le Courboulay Building, Le Mans, France Provenance: Gallery Clément Cidivino, circa 1950, ...

Beautiful chic antique fireplace of Saint Anna marble, a beautiful rustic kind of marble with light veins. This fireplace is in the style of Louis XV and da...

Impressive antique marble fireplace mantel, 190 cm wide, in Louis XV style. Made from high-quality white marble with elegant curves and a detailed central ornament. This wide mantel ...

A large-size French 19th century painted wood half round window casement. This gorgeous antique French half-moon window features a painted wood casem...

A very beautiful antique fireplace made of statuario marble. This type of marble comes from Italy and has light veins. The fireplace dates from the 19th century and is in the style o...

Special and exclusive antique fireplace made of Carrara marble! This fireplace in the style of Louis XVI dates from the 18th century. The top is richly decorated with various elegant...

A large-sized French relief-carved and painted decorative wall panel from the 19th century. This antique plaque from France is rectangular-shaped with beautiful relief carvings depic...

A 19th century French Carrara marble fireplace in the Louis XVI style. The shaped, fluted jambs with carved inlaid husks, surmounted by carved square paterae. The panelled frieze wit...

Beautiful compact and antique mantelpiece of Carrara marble from Italy. This elegant fireplace dates from the 19th century and has beautiful ornaments and fine lines on the legs. A P...

Hand Carved Stone Finial Decorative Architectural Element Urn Antiques landscape .Early 19th Century Rustic Decorative Flambeau . Large Center piece of Hand Crafted Stone Flame finia...

Unique Venice Doorhandle by Atelier George One of a Kind Dimensions: l 12 x ø 3 cm Materials: Handblown glass, brass Slotted square 7 mm, clamping screw Variations of colours availab...

Rare and very useful in a renovation; but they are so beautiful that they could simply be placed con a bookshelf. I would like them included in the structure of a library or above ...

Important early 19th Century antique fireplace in Statuary Carrara marble with quiver-shaped columns and gilt bronze ornaments. Its original provenance is Chateau de la Gesse - Boul...

A large pair of French 19th-20th century Louis XVI style carved walnut and gilt-cast Gesso Architectural Corinthian decorative columns. The slender carved walnut column resting on a ...

Discover a Timeless Masterpiece: Our 19th Century French Antique Limestone Fireplace. Immerse yourself in the elegance of the past with this exquisite, hand-carved masterpiece from 1...

18th Century Louis XV Limestone Fireplace Mantel from France This elegant 18th-century Louis XV fireplace mantel is hand-carved from antique French limestone, showcasing the timeles...

A petite French Louis XVI style marble fireplace in light Pavonazza marble. The panelled jambs with finely carved bell drops with intertwined foliage, surmounted by scaled brackets. ...

Beautiful pair of shell-shaped "bénitiers" (holy water vessels), carved out of Carrara marble. The sink is fairly shallow, with an elegant, scalloped lip. It is possible to have a ho...

Mahogany on solid wood. Architecturally designed body flanked by solid columns. Facet-ground mirror and glass panes. Gilded bronze fittings. In the middle a two-seat sofa. (O-...