Louis XVI Decorative Objects

A n Exquisite Pair of Louis XVI Period Figural Patinated and Ormolu Candelabrum on Marble Plinths. These remarkable candelabra epitomize the artistic splendor of the Louis XVI perio...

A fantastic pair of 19/20th century Louis XVI Style Meissen Models of Golden Oriole birds. Each bird is naturalistically modeled and perched on white birc...

Beautiful brass picture frame, London, circa 1920. Picture size: 5,5 cm x 8 cm.

A striking French 19th century Louis XVI st. patinated bronze, ormolu, and Rouge Griotte marble statue. The statue is raised by a square Rouge Griotte marble base with a most elegant...

A pair of 19th century Louis XVI st. Biscuit de Sèvres porcelain urns. Each urn is raised on a mottled square base below the socle decorated with a rai de coeur design below a scrolling garland and acanthus leaves. The urn above displays maidens playing musical instruments and with winged cherubs. Finely detailed borders decorated the urn flanked by scrolled handles centered by coins of nobility on each side and maiden busts...

A Symbolic clock in the Louis XVI style By Japy Fréres et Cie. The finely chased ormolu case encompassing pink porcelain panels decorated with beads to the face and sides; the wh...

An elegant pair of French 19th century Louis XVI st. ormolu and cobalt blue glass vases. Each vase is raised by a lovely ormolu base with a fin...

Gilt bronze and Sèvres style porcelain clock garniture French, 19th century Measures: Clock height 46cm, width 29cm, depth 24c...

Wonderful brass picture frame, France, 1914. Enameled national flags on the top. Belgium, France, Great Britain and Russian Empire and the year 1914. Picture size: 10 cm x 13 cm.

This elegant two-light Louis XVI style wall sconce by Gherardo Degli Albizzi shows many high-quality hand chiselled details. At the top, there is a tassel, a typical element of Louis...

Elegant picture frame made of lost wax casting bronze, silvered, ideal for enhancing your most precious memories. Italian artisan product. The richly decorated border features a del...

Incredible Louis XVI Bronze clock circa 1840, machine stamped Shaw Paris, this is an original piece of the period, depicting a standing warrior.

French Tole Louis XVI Neoclassical Style Polychromed Planter, Retailed by Plummer Ltd, NY An elegant French Tole planter in the Louis XVI neoclass...

Antique late-18th century French Louis XVI ormolu mounted on porcelain two-handled potpourri vases with covers. Each lid pierced and terminating with pinecone finial, body mounted with upright handles terminating in lion marks, on a laurel cast foot...

A beautiful French 19th century Louis XVI st. patinated bronze and ormolu statue of the 'Allégorie de l'Histoire' by Georges Bareau and F. Barbedienne. This "Symbol of History" statu...

A Louis XVI Style Gilt-Bronze and Sèvres Style Porcelain Mantel Clock, by Raingo Frères, Paris. The porcelain panels signed by Léonard Abel Schilt. The movement stamped 'Raingo F...

They are unusual in form, each with curved shaft and mask decoration issuing seven curved candle arms, and topped with one candle arm, all hung with half...

An important pair of Louis XVI style patinated and gilt-bronze four-light candelabra after the model by François Rémond, now in the Wallace collection, London. French, circa 1830. Stamped to one bronze ring ‘RG’. Each candelabra has a central stem in the form of a torch en flambeau with three scrolling acanthus reeded branches terminating in sphinx heads and palm-leaf candleholders. The arms seemingly tied to the stem piece by knotted gilt-bronze cords ending in tassels. The candelabra are issued from patinated bronze ovoid vases with fluted stems and square section porphyry bases. Each vase is mounted with gilt-bronze female heads and foliate swags and encircled by a putti friezes. The handles of each vase are in the form of patinated bronze satyr’s masks. This important pair of candelabra are after the model attributed to the ciseleur-doreur François Rémond dated 1782-5 now in the Wallace collection, London. [F.134-5]. Peter Hughes, in his catalogue entry for the Wallace candelabra...

Direct from Paris, a magnificent pair of Louis XVI silver plate 3-candle candelabra by France's premier silversmith "Christofle - Gallia Collection", meticulously restored to near new condition, includes two anti-tarnish storage wraps for easy storage, you can't go wrong buying quality, circa early 1900s. The French silversmithing brand Christofle stands as a paragon of artistry, quality, and timeless sophistication in the world of fine silverware. Founded in 1830 by Charles Christofle, the company has built a reputation for exquisite craftsmanship and pioneering innovation. Over nearly two centuries, Christofle has become synonymous with opulence, earning the favor of royalty, securing prestigious awards, and adorning homes and dining tables worldwide. From their revolutionary silver-plating processes to their dazzling silver plate candelabra, Christofle’s creations epitomize the pinnacle of silversmithing artistry. Charles Christofle’s foray into silversmithing began when he took over his wife’s family jewelry workshop. His entrepreneurial vision and artistic sensibilities allowed him to transform the modest enterprise into a global luxury brand. Early on, Christofle recognized the demand for high-quality yet affordable silverware, leading him to explore innovative methods for producing silver-plated items. This ingenuity was paired with a deep commitment to artistry, ensuring that every piece bore the hallmarks of French elegance and meticulous craftsmanship. Christofle’s philosophy of blending tradition with innovation set the company apart. In 1842, Charles Christofle obtained an exclusive license for the electroplating process developed by the English inventors George and Henry Elkington. This technology allowed the company to produce silver-plated goods of unparalleled quality and durability, democratizing the availability of fine silverware. The decision to adopt and refine this technique marked the beginning of Christofle’s ascent to global renown. The electroplating process revolutionized silversmithing by enabling the application of a thin layer of silver onto a base metal, typically copper or nickel silver. This innovation significantly reduced costs without compromising quality, making silverware accessible to a broader clientele. Christofle’s mastery of this technique elevated the art form, as their artisans meticulously ensured that every piece retained the luster, weight, and elegance of solid silver. Christofle’s silver plating involved several intricate steps, each requiring skill and precision. The base metal was first meticulously cleaned to ensure that the silver coating would adhere uniformly. The item was then submerged in an electrolytic bath, where an electric current deposited a fine layer of silver onto its surface. Finally, the piece underwent polishing and finishing, a process that demanded an artisan’s eye for detail and dedication to perfection. The company’s innovations did not stop at electroplating. Christofle continually refined their techniques, developing proprietary methods to enhance the durability and brilliance of their silverware. Their relentless pursuit of excellence ensured that Christofle pieces would retain their splendor for generations, cementing the brand’s reputation for quality and longevity. Christofle’s commitment to excellence quickly attracted the attention of European royalty and nobility. The brand’s association with regal splendor began in 1851, when Napoleon III appointed Christofle as the official purveyor of silverware to the French court. This prestigious commission marked a turning point in the company’s history, solidifying its status as a symbol of luxury and refinement. The French court’s endorsement opened the doors to further royal patronage across Europe and beyond. Christofle created bespoke silverware for monarchs, aristocrats, and heads of state, often crafting pieces that were as much works of art as functional items. Their designs graced palaces, embassies, and luxury liners, including the opulent dining rooms of the Titanic and the Orient Express. Among Christofle’s most notable commissions was the creation of the Sèvres table service for Napoleon III, a stunning collection that showcased the company’s technical prowess and artistic flair. The service featured intricate designs inspired by classical motifs, reflecting the grandeur and sophistication of the Second Empire. Christofle’s ability to seamlessly blend tradition with innovation ensured that their creations remained relevant and desirable, even as tastes and styles evolved. At the 1855 Exposition Universelle in Paris, Christofle was awarded a gold medal for their groundbreaking electroplating technique. This recognition underscored the company’s role as a pioneer in the field of silversmithing and solidified their reputation as a leader in luxury silverware. Subsequent exhibitions in London, Vienna, and Philadelphia further showcased Christofle’s mastery, earning them accolades for both technical innovation and artistic excellence. Christofle’s enduring appeal lies in their ability to strike a harmonious balance between form and function. Their pieces are not only visually stunning but also practical, reflecting the company’s commitment to creating silverware that enhances everyday life. This dedication to excellence has earned Christofle a place among the world’s most esteemed luxury brands. One of Christofle’s most iconic creations is their collection of silver plate candelabra. These masterpieces exemplify the company’s dedication to artistry and craftsmanship, serving as both functional lighting fixtures and decorative centerpieces. Christofle’s candelabra...

Small jewelry or vanity box as found in French market. This 19th Century pill box has a silver plated lid and features a ribbon band decoration. Wonderful patina and certainly will c...

A beautiful and high quality French 19th century Louis XVI st. terra cotta statue, signed Clodion. The statue is raised by a lovely darker patina terra cotta base with a fine mottled...

A pair of antique white and gilded wood torcheres, they came form a little church inside a prestigious villa in Sicily, they are in original conditions never restored. These torchere...

Louis XVI gilded bronze watch. Enamelled dial with hollow hands White marble pedestal richly decorated with gilded bronze, and in the center a bas-relief with an ibex / goat symbol o...

An elegant and large scale pair of French 19th century Louis XVI st. ormolu candelabra lamps. Each five arm lamp is raised by a circular base with a mott...

An exquisite pair of French mid 19th century Louis XVI st. ormolu and rock crystal candelabras. Each beautiful six arm candelabra is raised by a fine elegantly curved foliate support...

Important terracotta bust of Madame du Barry resting on a Rouge de Languedoc marble base, beautiful patination, inscribed on back: "Feceit 1777." Ma...

A Wonderful Large Pair of 19th Century Meissen Porcelain Figures of Pug Dogs with Gilt Bell Collars on Blue Porcelain Ribbons, One Dog with a Child. Exquisitely hand-painted with rea...

A stunning and highly detailed true pair French 19th century Louis XVI st. Ormolu candelabra sconces. Each seven arm sconce is in the fanciful shape of a bouquet of flowers that is c...

A sensational and extremely high quality Austrian 18th century Louis XVI period giltwood cartel blind man's clock, circa 1740. The clock displays a most exquisitely carved case with intricately detailed scrolled designs, wheat sprigs and stunning blossoming flowers. At the top is the impressive urn with a large bouquet of abundant charming flowers. The white enamel clock face displays finely hand painted numbers with a second hand feature. The blind man function of this clock uses two separate sounding bells...

A striking and very high quality French 19th century Louis XVI st. ormolu and patinated bronze statue signed by Jules Moigniez. The statue is raised by an elegant mottled oblong ormolu base below the wonderfully executed patinated bronze ground design with rocks where the signature is displayed. Above is an impressive bird with open wings standing on a branch amidst richly chased leaves and berried designs with an intricately detailed snake standing in defense. Wonderful subject matter and exceptional attention throughout. Jules Moigniez was a renowned French sculptor. Born in 1835 in Senlis and died in Saint-Martin-du-Terte (Seine-et-Oise) in 1894. He was the student of Cornolera and started to exhibit his work in 1855. There is a famous sculpture of his called 'Chien D'arret avec faison' 'Dog with Pheasant...

A striking and very high quality French 19th century Louis XVI st. ormolu and Rouge Griotte marble statue after Claude Michel Clodion. The charming statue is raised by a beautiful sq...

A stunning pair of French 19th century Louis XVI st. silvered bronze, ormolu and two toned patinated bronze urns. Each lovely urn is raised by a patinated bronze socle pedestal with ...

A stunning and most impressive French 19th century Louis XVI st. ormolu clock by Roque, Paris. The clock is raised by elegant circular mottled feet with fine wrap around foliate band...

A fine Louis XVI style gilt-bronze mounted mahogany cartel clock and barometer, after the model by Martin Carlin. French, circa 1870. The dial sig...

A very good quality late 19th Century French gilded ormolu and champleve enamel clock set. The matching three brach candelabra with scrolling foliate rococo style decoration and bold...

A very good quality late 19th century French Sevres style porcelain and gilded ormolu clock garniture. Having a pair of cherubs either side of the clock and central urn, classical ha...

An exquisite and large scale true pair of French 19th century Louis XVI st. ormolu, patinated bronze and marble candelabras, after a model by Clodion. Each candelabra is raised by a ...

A very nice high-end clock set three pieces in sevres style and bronze,this clock set have a plus ,the dial is in sevres ,original condition and never touch, the quality of the depic...

Pair of red marble and gilt bronze table candelabra by Barbedienne French, 19th Century Height 57cm, width 17cm, depth 15cm The exceptional candelabra in this pair, by the famed mak...

A stunning and extremely high quality true pair of French 19th century Louis XVI st. Belle Époque period Brèche Verte d'Egypte marble and ormolu lidded urns, signed 'SORMANI PARIS'. ...

A lovely French 19th century Louis XVI st. ormolu and marble urn, signed 'F. Barbedienne'. The urn is raised by a circular Rouge Griotte marble base with a bottom ormolu fillet. At t...

A fine quality clock and barometer set by Carcany and Robin, after models on exhibition in the Louvre Museum, Paris. In the Louis XVI manner, of banjo form, the cases being in cr...

This fine neoclassical style mantel clock will make a sumptuous addition to a grand room, or could be given as a unique gift to a loved one. The clock is the work of Ernest Royer, an...

An Ormolu-Mounted Marble Jardinière In the Louis XVI Style Constructed from green marble and mounted with gilded bronze mounts; the rectangular jardinière with paired hoof feet to t...

A handsome pair of French 19th century Louis XVI st. ormolu and white Carrara marble lidded urns. Each urn is raised by a circular white Carrara marble base with an elegant lightly c...

Truly unique clock set in pink marble and bronze decorative piece of art the clock is modelled in the image of an 18 century sedan chair that is covered ...

A charming French 19th century Louis XVI st. Baccarat crystal vase. The vase is raised by four fine foliate feet below the circular ormolu and silvered bronze tray. The tray is decor...

Gilt-bronze and cloisonné garniture, France, 19th century. Clock works.

A stunning and very high quality pair of French 19th century Louis XVI st. Belle Époque period ormolu and Sarrancolin marble lidded urns. Each urn is raised by an elegant circular ormolu base with block feet adorned with striking rosettes below a wrap around tied fluted band. The elegantly shaped marble body...

A charming and most elegant French 19th century Louis XVI st. Sèvres Porcelain and ormolu inkwell, stamped, P.C.G. The inkwell is raised by Fine fluted bun shaped feet below the beau...

An elegant and high quality French 19th century Louis XVI st. white Carrara marble and ormolu clock. The clock is raised by foliate topie shaped feet below the oblong shaped white Ca...

Gilt bronze and malachite Louis XVI clock French, late 18th century Measures: Height 69cm, width 36cm, depth 13.5cm This fine Louis XVI mantel clock is wrought from malachite and gilt bronze. The malachite veneer is a later, beneficial refinishing. The clock features a plinth-form malachite base supporting four malachite columns, each with a gilt bronze capital. The columns raise an ornately shaped top, which is inset with a circular white enamel dial and is surmounted by urn-form finials. Beneath the dial is suspended an ornately cast and finished gilt bronze drapery...

An elegant pair of French Louis XVI st. Baccarat cut crystal and silvered bronze vases. Each vase is raised by a chased square silvered bronze base decorated by chased acanthus leave...

This exquisite 18th-century jardinière de cour embodies the elegance and refined craftsmanship of French decorative arts from the era of Louis XV. Crafted from giltwood, this jardini...

A very fine pair of 19th century Chinese Export porcelain lidded urns on French Louis XVI st. ormolu mounts. Each urn is raised by circular ormolu bases with scrolled supports below ...

An impressive and high quality pair of French 19th century Louis XVI st. pink granite and ormolu urns. Each urn is raised by a square base decorated with a fine wrap around ormolu ba...

Beautiful brass picture frame, France, circa 1880. Picture size: 10 cm x 15,5 cm. French picture frames from the Neoclassicism era are an expression of an epoch that was known for i...

A Pair of Elegant and Ornate Brass Candlesticks from early 20th Century. In the style of Louis XVI. Wear consistent with age and use

A very good quality French late 19th century gilded ormolu and champleve enamel mantel (fireplace) clock. Having urns and a cherub above the eight day clock that chimes...

19th c. French Gilt Dore Bronze Chinoiserie Clock possibly made for the Chinese market. The intricately dressed figures are highly detailed wi...