French Decorative Objects

Antique French Églomisé Casket - Souvenir from France, circa 1900 A charming French antique casket from circa 1900 with gilt brass fittings and clear glass panels. The hinged lid fe...

Antique French Églomisé Casket - Souvenir from France, circa 1900 A charming French antique casket from circa 1900 with gilt brass fittings and clear glass panels. The hinged lid fe...

A beautiful ceramic vase, made by the French brand Vallauris. designed by Jean Gerbino. This mosaic craftsmanship is typical for the collaboration between Gerbino and Vallauris. Th...

Cristallerie de Clichy Art Nouveau Opaline Glass Vase with Aventurine Inclusions, France A very beautiful and charming Cristallerie de Clichy art glass vase featuring an elegant Art...

Antique French Églomisé Casket - Souvenir from France, circa 1900 A charming French antique casket from circa 1900 with gilt brass fittings and clear glass panels. The hinged lid fe...

Wonderful period piece. Beautiful weathered baroque hand carved oak caryatid figure carrying a fruit basket. Weathered. France circa 1750 Measurements include the wooden base. H:45c...

A large and heavy Egyptian Revival cat, cast in a dark-patinated bronze alloy, modeled in the manner of the ancient Bastet figures of dynastic Egypt. This piece captures both eleganc...

This "Chouetton" (Young Wood Owl) vase, created by Pablo Picasso in 1952, exemplifies the renowned artist’s whimsical engagement with ceramics and his ability to imbue everyday objec...

1990s Gorgeous Cartier alarm clock pendulette "Colisee". Made in France It's in gold plated 24K. White enamel dial. Quartz movement. Clock case numbered 0559867. With original case, ...

Amazing hand carved Gothic stone mortar with wonderful decorations on all four sides. A coat of arms, a fleur de Lyse, a flower and a harp. Beautiful period piece. France circa 1550-...

1930s Bourjois Art Deco Navy Blue Enamel and Chrome Makeup Compact with Unused Powder and Puff This exquisite 1930s Art Deco Bourjois compact exemplifies the sophistication and mode...

French Art Deco Bronze Sculpture – Roman Bull by Auguste Clésinger (1814–1883) Cast by Ferdinand Barbedienne Foundry – Reduction by Achille Collas France, 1858 This exquisite 19th-...

Carved from a mosaic-like rock, this striking sculpture is the lower grinding stone from a Gallo-Roman millstone - a powerful and aesthetic symbol of life two millennia ago. It is ma...

French Art Deco Cigarette Box – 1920s Wood and Chrome Metal Suitcase Design. Rare and stylish French Art Deco cigarette box from the 1920s, crafted with a unique suitcase-inspired d...

Pair of hand hammered wrought iron bird candelstick from Jean Touret for Les Ateliers Marolles , France 1950s . Measure 10 in. high by 5 in. wi...

A delightful French bronze Grand Tour model of the Arc De Triomphe, circa 1860 in date. The beautifully realistic model is cast in high relief and is mounted on a black marble base....

Large Round Wicker Handled Tray – Handmade in France, 20th Century A beautiful large round wicker handled tray, handmade in France in the 20th century. This rustic French Provence h...

Beautiful metal weathervane representing a rooster or cockerel, France, 1850-1900. Weathered and small losses. Measurement here below is inclusive the wooden base.

Crystal perfume bottle by Lalique, Deux Fleurs collection, made in the 1980s Ø cm 9 Ø cm 2.5 h cm 9 Lalique is a renowned French luxury glassware and crystal brand, recognized worl...

This striking Art Deco bronze statue, titled "Le Bendeur", was sculpted by Jean de Roncourt in France, circa 1930. A masterful representation of Art Deco style, the statue captures t...

Charles Cart for Émaux des Glaciers — Large Vallauris Ceramic Vase, circa 1960s A stunning and substantial Vallauris ceramic vase by Charles Cart for Émaux des Glaciers, featuring h...

Mid-19th Century French Banded Agate and Ormolu Jewel Casket A refined French banded agate and gilt bronze (ormolu) rectangular jewel casket, mid-19th century, of hinged form with c...

Very old and beautiful hand forged iron candleholder. France, circa 1650-1750. Weathered.

A hand-made folk art sculpture of a horse from the End of 19th Century/ Early 20th Century. This French made papier mâché horse is wrapped in leather, presented in its authentic old ...

Beautiful weathered confit jar. With green glaze they are extremely rare. Confit jars were used primarily in the South of France for the preservation of meats such as duck or goose f...

Dior Homme Black Fine Leather Jewelry or Watch Box — Limited Edition by Hedi Slimane (2000) A rare and exquisite black fine-leather Dior Homme jewelry or watch box, created under th...

Art Deco panther circa 1930. Spelter sculpture with black patina on a marble base, signed R. Rochard for Irénée Félix René Rochard. In perfect condition. Length: 65 cm Width: 14 cm ...

French Art Deco Ceramic Valkyrie Sculpture by Charles Lemanceau for Saint-Clément, 1920s. Striking and rare French Art Deco ceramic Valkyrie sculpture by Charles Lemanceau, created i...

Rare handmade glass weavers oil lamp from the south of France. France, 19th century. Good condition. Copper wick holder of recent date.

French Art Deco ceramic bowl by Longwy, France, 1920s. Measures: Diameter 10.6" (26.9cm), height 3" (7.7cm). Incised mold number "3021" and stamped pattern number "D.5415", 1925 Long...

Wonderful gilded metal saint statue with beautiful expression. France, circa 1880-1900. Weathered. Measurements include the wooden base.

Large 19th Century Majolica wheat vase jardiniere with birds signed Delphin Massier. The Massier are known for the quality of their unique enamels and paintings. The Massier family p...

Super cool and rare art deco marble and onyx wind up desk clock with alarm by DEP of France, circa 1930s. The clock is in good vintage condition and measures 7.75"W x 2.25"D x 4.125"...

Luxury at its finest, high-end glass vase with roses in pink with green leafs by Daum, France. The vase - made out of art glass - is formed by roses connected to each other in beaut...

An excellent French Art Nouveau Vase in a classic banjo shape, with a deep red flowering landscape etched and acid cut against a yellow background, with fine color and detail. Rare ...

This stunning Art Deco picture frame features an impressive quality build. The piece was expertly crafted in France, circa 1930. The polished chrome metal holders have a skyscraper d...

Art Deco Jewelry Box in Wood and Gilt Brass – France, 1920s–30s A stylish jewelry box featuring a decorative carved wood pattern in a distinctly Art Deco style, elegantly framed wi...

Charming vintage decorative sculpture of paperweight was created by the historic French glassworks company Daum, founded in 1878. Daum teddy bears were produced not only as decorativ...

Timeless French Bronze ‘Cerf et Biche’ Sculpture by Jules Edmond Masson (1871–1932), A stunning and soulful work of art, this antique bronze group sculpture depicts a majestic stag...

French Art Deco Terracotta Sculpture “The Three Doves” by Henri Bargas, France, circa 1920 A stunning example of French Art Deco sculpture, this terracotta piece titled “The Three D...

French Art Nouveau Inkwell by Pierre-Adrien Dalpayrat, France, circa 1890. A rare and exquisite Art Nouveau inkwell by renowned French ceramist Pierre-Adrien Dalpayrat (1844–1910). This finely crafted piece showcases Dalpayrat’s signature red copper-glazed stoneware, especially rich and luminous near the base. Elegantly mounted in pewter, the design exemplifies the organic flow and refined detail of the Art Nouveau period. Dimensions: Height: 3.54 in. (9 cm) Diameter: 5.12 in. (13 cm) Materials: Stoneware with pewter mount Condition: Excellent+++++, museum-quality preservation Markings: Incised signature "Dalpayrat 1500" under the base (see photo) This inkwell is a collectible example of French ceramic art at the turn of the century—perfect for collectors of Art Nouveau, 19th-century French ceramics, or the works of Dalpayrat. Adrien Dalpayrat (1844–1910): A Pioneer of French Ceramic Innovation Adrien Dalpayrat was a French ceramicist and researcher who played a key role in the revival of stoneware at the end of the 19th century. Born in 1844 in Limoges, Dalpayrat studied drawing and porcelain painting in his hometown before beginning his professional career at the Jules Vieillard faience factory in Bordeaux. There, he met his wife, Marie Tallerie, with whom he had two sons—Albert and Adolphe—who would later become his primary collaborators. Throughout his early career, Dalpayrat worked for several major ceramic manufacturers, including Ashwin (Valentine), Fouquet (Toulouse), François Blanc (Monaco), and Léon Sazerat (Limoges). In 1889, seeking greater independence, he moved to the Paris region and established his own studio in Bourg-la-Reine. Collaborations and Artistic Evolution Dalpayrat’s creative vision expanded through his collaboration with sculptor Alphonse Voisin-Delacroix. Together, they explored neo-Gothic and Palissy-inspired motifs, creating a remarkable ceramic bestiary. Following Voisin-Delacroix’s death in 1893, Dalpayrat partnered with Adèle Lesbros, which marked a shift in his work toward simpler, more refined vase forms influenced by Japonism. Japanese art had been introduced to France during the 1867 Universal Exhibition, but it wasn’t until the 1878 Exhibition, particularly through the ceremonial stoneware used in the Japanese tea ceremony, that Japonism truly captivated French artists. This influence led Dalpayrat to create vessels with organic, vegetal, and animal-inspired forms. Technical Mastery: The Secrets of Copper Red Among all the ceramists of his time who sought to replicate the elusive Chinese “sang de boeuf” (oxblood) glaze, Adrien Dalpayrat was arguably the most successful. He didn’t simply reproduce the legendary copper red—he transformed it. By manipulating glaze thickness, firing temperature, atmosphere, and copper oxide content, he developed a unique palette of flamed and mottled red glazes that became his signature: the renowned Dalpayrat red. He further enriched his pieces by introducing streaks and inclusions of turquoise, blue, green, and yellow—freeing the red glaze from monochromy and turning it into an expressive, living surface. His work pushed stoneware beyond function into expressive art, merging form and glaze in bold, sculptural harmony. Beyond Ceramics: Bronze Mounts and Architectural Works Dalpayrat also collaborated with renowned jewelers such as Ernest Cardeilhac and Keller to produce pieces mounted in gilt bronze, blending ceramics with decorative arts at the highest level. In an effort to make his work more accessible, he opened a second faience workshop focused on simpler, more affordable pieces inspired by Nevers and Rouen ware. However, this venture faced financial difficulties and closed by 1900. The main family studio followed in 1906 as the popularity of Art Nouveau declined. Dalpayrat then returned to Limoges, devoting his final years to painting and drawing until his death in 1910. Legacy and Recognition Despite financial struggles during his lifetime, Dalpayrat’s ceramics were widely acclaimed at major international exhibitions: Bronze medal, World's Columbian Exposition, Chicago (1893) Silver medal, Antwerp International Exhibition (1894) Gold medal, Exposition Universelle, Paris (1900) Today, his work is part of prestigious museum collections. In 2020, the Petit Palais in Paris acquired a large bird motif vase created in collaboration with Voisin-Delacroix, now on view in Room...

Demétre Chiparus, Rare Art Deco Terracotta Sculpture of Walking Elephants, France, circa 1920 An exquisite and rare terracotta sculpture by the celebrated Art Deco artist Demétre Chi...

Napoleon III Period Ebony Luxury Box by TAHAN, Paris, with Expertise. Stamped “TAHAN Fr de l’Empereur” — official purveyor to the Emperor. A rare and impeccably preserved example of ...

Mid-Century Ceramic Jewelry Box by Mithé Espelt — Lunel, France, 1950s. A stunning mid-century ceramic jewelry box crafted by renowned French artist Mithé Espelt in Lunel, France, d...

A superb architectural sculpture, Modernist, Free-Form, Geometric Abstraction, an asymmetrical assembly of matte white glazed ceramic quarter-spheres around an invisible vertical axi...

Beautiful weathered piece of pottery from the Provence. Great color and rare small size. France, circa 1850 Good but weathered condition.

Made by the renowned French maker DEP ~ from the Depary family name, who flourished in the Art Deco era of the 1920s and 30s. Also marketed at this time to stand for Durée, Elegance...

Charming late 19th-century French stationery or letter box, cleverly designed in the form of a stack of antique leather-bound books. This trompe-l’œil piece was crafted with great at...

Large French Black Forest wood box, circa 1900. 11.8 by 7.3 inches , H / 5.3 inches. Music instruments Jewel box.

A French Empire Ormolu Bronze Mantle Clock after Percier et Fontaine, 19th Century. In the hallowed halls of horological history, this Empire gilt-bronze ormolu mantle clock, a subl...

This remarkable Art Deco vase, designed by the legendary René Lalique and crafted in France circa 1935, is a stunning example of his innovative artistry and mastery of glassmaking. T...

Beautifully hand made French ceramic vessel featuring a speckled maroon glaze and picched/ruffled lip.

A stunning and beautifully painted antique French porcelain metal mounted trinket box decorated with exotic birds and made by the world-renowned Limoge Porcelain factory and believed...

Rare Emile Gallé Art Nouveau Cameo Glass Vase with Orchid Oncidium Motif — Nancy, France, Circa 1894–1904 Baluster-shaped vase, multilayer cased glass, green, colorless, and violet h...

Luxury at its finest, high-end glass clear dragon by Lalique, France. This beautiful sculpture of a dragon is made out of crystal glass. A real artwork We have one dragon available...

Art Deco Jewelry Box - Green Glass and Wood - Scalloped Edges - France 1940s Elegant jewelry or trinket box made of wood for the base and scalloped edges green glass for the sides a...

A 19th century antique wounded sparrow bird paperweight/hunting trophy in chased patinated bronze, after Comolera (1818-1897). Sourced from a French collector.

Glass Art Deco ashtray

French Art Deco ceramic vase by Roger Mequinion, France, 1940s. Enameled surface. Sand-etched antique decor. Height : 11.2"(28.5cm), Overall diameter : 7.5"(19cm). 2 original retract...

Industrial thick molded glass desktop accessory (desk tidy, ashtray, or catchall) manufactured by Lumax, France. Original design by Le Corbusier. The vide poche is in excellent cond...