Beaux Arts furniture included chairs replicating models from the Renaissance and sofas inspired by Louis XIV. These pieces filled high-ceilinged rooms that featured tapestries fit for a medieval castle and were illuminated by crystal chandeliers reminiscent of those in European palaces. Leon Marcotte Company created furnishings for the White House mimicking the style of Louis XVI, while in France, cabinetmaker Louis Majorelle reproduced 18th-century pieces that would influence his later Art Nouveau style.
Students at the École des Beaux-Arts in 19th-century Paris meticulously sketched Roman and Greek art and architecture as part of a curriculum that elevated the classical world. This reverence for history informed the architecture and design being constructed in the French capital and beyond, where columns and pediments were joined with elements referencing the Renaissance and Baroque eras, culminating in grand civic buildings such as the Palais Garnier opera house constructed under Napoleon III.
Beaux Arts style, also known as Classical Eclecticism for its flamboyant mixing of influences, made its way to the United States in the late 19th century through American architects who studied in Paris, like Richard Morris Hunt and Charles Follen McKim. They designed monumental turn-of-the-century buildings like train stations, libraries, museums and mansions that featured soaring entry halls and grand stairways with nearly every surface embellished, from mosaic floors to stained-glass ceilings. The luxurious interiors of these Beaux Arts buildings, which weren’t crowded with objects as in the Victorian era, matched this spirit of opulence and embraced the past.
Find a collection of Beaux Arts decorative objects, lighting, wall decorations and other furniture on 1stDibs.
Sculpture Entitled "La Citadelle" by Pierre Martinon, circa 2000
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Ceramic sculpture entitled « La Citadelle » by Pierre Martinon. Perfect original conditions. Signed and dated at the base "Pierre Martinon 2000". Unique piece. - A great work o...
Ceramic
Big Ceramic Vase by Alain Magne, to La Borne, circa 1970-1980
By Alain Magne
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A big ceramic vase by Alain Magne, to La Borne, France. Unique piece. Wood firing. Perfect original conditions. Signed under the base " Magne ", circa 1970-1980.
Ceramic
Antique French Palissy Majolica Serving Platter
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique French Palissy Majolica serving platter is an exquisite example of the genre, very well preserved and resplendent with jewel tones on a rich background creating a very decora...
Ceramic
Antique Pink Border Paris Hand Painted Porcelain Fox Hunt and Dog Scene Plate
By Darte Frères
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A wonderful antique 19th century Paris porcelain plate. With a hand painted scene of a fox hunt in a bucolic landscape including a fleeing fox and 3 hounds in chase. It has a ...
Porcelain
Terra sigilllata vase by Alistair Danhieux, 2009.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Terra sigillata vase by Alistair Danhieux. Signed and dated under the base. 2009. H : 11 x 5.5 inches. Perfect original conditions. - Born in Crewe, England, Alistair Aynscombe-Da...
Ceramic
Porcelain Sculpture with Black Glaze Decoration by Tim Orr, circa 1970
By Tim Orr
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A porcelain sculpture with black glaze decoration by Tim Orr. Perfect original conditions. Signed under the base, circa 1970-1980.
Ceramic
Stoneware Pitcher by Robert Heraud to La Borne, circa 1980-1990
By Annie Maume & Robert Heraud
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A stoneware pitcher by Robert Héraud to La Borne. Perfect original conditions. Circa 1980-1990. Signed under the base. Unique piece.
Ceramic
Ceramic and Metal Sculpture by Klaus Schultze, circa 1960-1970
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A ceramic and metal sculpture with black and red glazes decoration. Perfect original conditions. Signed under the base, circa 1960-1970.
Ceramic
Porcelain Sculpture "Solctice", by Mart Schrijvers, 2022
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Porcelain sculpture entitled "Solstice" . Unique piece. Signed under the base. 2022. - Born in 1973 in Belgium, lives and works in the Gers, France. Observing nature evolve and t...
Porcelain
Blue glazed ceramic pitcher by Accolay, circa 1960-1970.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Blue glazed ceramic pitcher by Accolay. Artist monogram under the base. Circa 1960-1970. H : 18.1 x 6.3 x 5.9 inches.
Ceramic
Glazed stoneware plate, France.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Glazed stoneware plate. Artist signature under the base. H : 13.4’ x 1.8’ inches.
Ceramic
Ceramic Sculpture by Jean- Pierre Viot, circa 1970-1975
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A ceramic sculpture by Jean-Pierre Viot. Perfect original conditions. Unique piece. Signed at the base " viot ". circa 1970-1975. - “Discreet, friendly, attentive, Jean-Pierre Viot...
Ceramic
Pair of glazed ceramic pitchers by Accolay, circa 1960-1970.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of glazed ceramic pitchers by Accolay. Artist monogram under the base. Circa 1960-1970. H : 21.4 x 7.5 x 6.7 inches. H : 18.1 x 6.3 x 5.9 inches.
Ceramic
Glazed stoneware vase by Gustave Tiffoche, circa 1970-1980.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Glazed stoneware vase by Gustave Tiffoche. Wood fired. Unique Piece. Artist signature under the base. Circa 1970. H : 11.8 x 10.6 inches.
Ceramic
Ceramic Pitcher with Glaze Decoration by Accolay, circa 1960-1970
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A ceramic pitcher with glaze decoration by Accolay. Perfect original conditions. Signed under the base, Circa 1960-1970.
Ceramic
Big Ceramic Vase by Georges Sybesma to La Borne, France, circa 1980-1990
By Georges Sybesma
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A big ceramic vase by Georges Sybesma to La Borne. Perfect original conditions. Signed under the base " G. Sybesma". Unique piece, circa 1980-1990.
Ceramic
A ceramic sculpture, circa 1980-1990
By Tim Orr
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A ceramic sculpture. Perfect original conditions. Circa 1980-1990. 26 x 20 x 4 cm.
Ceramic
Earthenware sculptural plate by Georges Martin, circa 1970-1980.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Earthenware sculptural plate with geometric decoration by Georges Martin. Artist signature on the base. Circa 1970-1980. Unique piece. H : 16.5 x 1.2 inches.
Ceramic
Big stoneware pitcher by Georges Martin, circa 1970-1980.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Big stoneware pitcher by Georges Martin with geometrical decoration. Artist monogram on the base. Unique piece. Circa 1970-1980. H : 29.1 x 7.1 x 7.9 inches.
Ceramic
Unique Ceramic Sculpture by Pierre Martinon, circa 2000
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
An unique ceramic sculpture with black glaze decoration by Pierre Martinon. Perfect original conditions. Signed at the base "P. Martinon ". circa 2000. - A great work of art can of...
Ceramic
Stoneware sculpture by Alistair Danhieux, 2013.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Stoneware sculpture by Alistair Danhieux. Signed and dated under the base. 2013. H : 7.1 x 10.6 x 11.8 inches. Perfect original conditions. - Born in Crewe, England, Alistair Ayns...
Ceramic
Stoneware pitcher by Georges Martin, circa 1970-1980.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Stoneware pitcher by Georges Martin. Artist monogram on the base. Unique piece. Circa 1970-1980. H : 14.2 x 9 x 11.4 inches.
Ceramic
Stoneware Sculpture "Solctice", by Mart Schrijvers, 2024
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Engobed stoneware sculpture « Solstice » by Mart Schrijvers. Artist signature under the base. 2024. H : 8.3 x 10.6 inches. - Born in 1973 in Belgium, lives and works in the Gers, ...
Stoneware
Glazed stoneware plate by Jean Linard, circa 1970.
By Jean Linard
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Glazed stoneware plate by Jean Linard. Artist signature under the base. Circa 1970. H : 1.9’ x 13.6’ x 13.4’ inches.
Ceramic
Porcelain Sculpture with Green Glaze Decoration by Tim Orr, circa 1970
By Tim Orr
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A porcelain sculpture with green glaze decoration by Tim Orr. Perfect original conditions. Signed under the base, circa 1970.
Ceramic
Ceramic Sculpture by Gérard Brossard, to La Borne, circa 2000
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A ceramic sculpture by Gérard Brossard to La Borne. Perfect original conditions. Signed " Gérard Brossard ". Unique piece. circa 2000.
Ceramic
"Obus" terra sigillata vase by Alistair Dahnieux, 2010.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
"Obus" terra sigillata vase by Alistair Danhieux. Signed and dated under the base. 2010. H : 10.6 x 5.1 inches. Perfect original conditions. - Born in Crewe, England, Alistair Ayn...
Ceramic
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Pair of Vases Sèvres, Manufacture de Sèvres, 1986
By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A pair of vase -Sèvres Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres France, Sèvres, 1986. Unique pieces Pair of oval-roll-shape porcelain vases, each presents a unique decor of fine crysta...
Porcelain
Big Decorative Ceramic Pitcher Attributed to La Borne Potter's, 1970-1980
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A big decorative ceramic pitcher attributed to La Borne potters. Handwritten signature. Unique piece. Circa 1970-1980. Perfect original conditions.
Ceramic
Ceramic Ram with White Glaze Decoration Attributed to Primavera, circa 1930
By Atelier Primavera au Printemps
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A ceramic ram with white glaze decoration of Art Deco period. Attributed to Primavera. No signed. Perfect original conditions, circa 1930.
Ceramic
Ceramic Vase with Black and White Glazes Decoration, Signed Polaris, 1970
By Polaris
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A ceramic vase with black and white glazes decoration. Signed under the base "Polaris". Perfect original conditions, circa 1960-1970.
Ceramic
Big Ceramic Vase by Steen Kepp, to La Borne, circa 1970-1980
By Steen Kepp
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A big ceramic vase by Steen Kepp to La Borne. Perfect original conditions. Signed under the base, circa 1970-1980. Unique piece.
Ceramic
Ceramic Sculpture Signed A.C and Dated 1992
By Tim Orr
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A ceramic sculpture signed AC and dated under the base 1992. Perfect original conditions, circa 1992.
Ceramic
Terra sigillata covered pot by Alistair Danhieux, 2012.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Terra sigillata covered pot by Alistair Danhieux. Signed and dated under the base. 2012. H : 11 x 5.9 inches. Perfect original conditions. - Born in Crewe...
Ceramic
"Obus" terra sigillata vase by Alistair Danhieux, 2010.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
"Obus" terra sigillata vase by Alistair Danhieux. Signed and dated under the base. 2010. H : 10.6 x 6.3 inches. Perfect original conditions. - Born in Crewe, England, Alistair Ayn...
Ceramic
Ceramic Sculpture with Brown Glaze Decoration by Tim Orr, circa 1970
By Tim Orr
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A ceramic sculpture with brown glaze decoration by Tim Orr. Perfect original conditions. Signed under the base, circa 1970.
Ceramic
Big Ceramic Dish by Gustave Tiffoche, circa 1960-1970
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A big ceramic dish by Gustave Tiffoche. Perfect original conditions. Circa 1970-1980. Signed under the base.
Ceramic
Porcelain Vase with Green Glaze Decoration by Tim Orr, circa 1970
By Tim Orr
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A porcelain vase with green glaze decoration by Tim Orr. Perfect original conditions. Signed under the base, circa 1970.
Ceramic
Pair of Ceramic Vases by Armand Bedu, to La Borne , circa 1940
By Armand Bedu
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A pair of ceramic vases by Armand Bedu to La Borne. Perfect original conditions. Signed under the base, circa 1940-1950. A second pair is available.
Ceramic
Ceramic Sculpture by Alistair Danhieux, circa 2010
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A ceramic sculpture white glazes decoration by Alistair Danhieux. Perfect original conditions. Signed under the base, circa 2010.
Ceramic
Sculpture Entitled "Petite musique de nuit" by Pierre Martinon, circa 1991
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A ceramic sculpture entitled " Petite musique de nuit " by Pierre Martinon. Perfect original conditions. Signed and dated at the base " Pierre Martinon 1991". Unique piece. - A...
Ceramic
$2,805Sale Price|20% Off
Pop Shade of Green Porcelain Cuo, by Manufacture de Sèvres, 1962
By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Sèvre -Cup Pop shade of green porcelain cup Manufacture de Sèvres, dated 1962 Decor in shades of green by Bernard Bannier. Measures: H 5.5 cm / 2,2 in. Ø 18 cm / 7 in.
Porcelain
Ceramic Sculpture with Black Glaze Decoration by Tim Orr, 1970
By Tim Orr
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A ceramic sculpture with black glaze decoration by Tim Orr. Perfect original conditions. Signed under the base, circa 1970.
Ceramic
Champagne Bucket in Pure Silver 999/°°, Luxury Masterpiece, Gift Idea, Italy
Located in Firenze, IT
Discover a unique champagne K-OVER from our Work of Art collection, meticulously crafted in pure Silver 999/°°° by the esteemed Stefano Vigni. This extraordinary piece, created to c...
Silver
Champagne Cooler in Pure Silver Hand Made, Unique Masterpiece Handcrafted, Italy
Located in Firenze, IT
The artist has transformed our pure silver 999/° K-OVER into a precious treasure chest, designed to keep your champagne perfectly chilled. Inspired by the autumn landscape, with it...
Silver
Silvered And Gilt Figural Table Mirror By Derby Silver Co.
Located in Norwood, NJ
An American Silver-Plate and gilt table mirror 19th century. In the Rococo taste, the floral and foliate scroll decorated frame surmounted by a putto with Bacchus mask blowing trumpets raised on scroll feet, marked Derby Silver Co...
Gold Plate, Silver Plate, Bronze
Centerpiece in Pure Silver, Cooler Champagne Bottle Handcrafted, Luxury, Italy
Located in Firenze, IT
This Champagne K-OVER is part of our prestigious Work of Art Collection. Crafted entirely from pure Silver 999/°°, it is meticulously chiseled and painted by hand by our esteemed art...
Silver
Pair of Daum "Bouton Rose" Model Wine Glasses
By Daum
Located in Mérida, YU
Pair of Bouton rose wine glasses made by world famous Crystal Manufacturer Daum France The base in the shape of rose petals, the leg simulating champagne bubbles. The base is in fro...
Crystal
$1,200Sale Price / set|20% Off
Set of 8 Daum "Bouton Rose" Glasses
By Daum
Located in Mérida, YU
Set of 8 - Bouton Rose Glasses made by world famous Crystal Manufacturer Daum France The base in the shape of rose petals, the leg simulating champagne bubbles. The base is in frost...
Crystal
$904Sale Price / set|20% Off
Set of 6 Daum "Bouton Rose" Glasses
By Daum
Located in Mérida, YU
Set of 6 - Bouton Rose Glasses made by world famous Crystal Manufacturer Daum France The base in the shape of rose petals, the leg simulating champagne bubbles. The base is in frost...
Crystal
Antique Crystal Vase, Hand-Carved, Beaux Arts Style, Netherlands, 1860
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Wonderful old crystal vase, finely engraved. Very precious and beautiful also without flowers, Measures: Diameter lower cm.17, Diameter upper 23 cm O/311.
Crystal
Stoneware sculpture by Alistair Danhieux, circa 2013
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Stoneware sculpture by Alistair Danhieux. Signed and dated under the base. 2013. H : 12.6 x 11 x 11.8 inches. Perfect original conditions. - Born in Crewe, England, Alistair Aynsc...
Ceramic
"Obus" terra sigillata vase by Alistair Danhieux, 2010.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
"Obus" terra sigillata vase by Alistair Danhieux. Signed and dated under the base. 2010. H : 9 x 7.1 inches. Perfect original conditions. - Born in Crewe, England, Alistair Aynsco...
Ceramic
"Obus" terra sigillata vase by Alistair Danhieux, 2010.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
"Obus" terra sigillata vase by Alistair Danhieux. Signed and dated under the base. 2010. H : 8.3 x 6.3 inches. Perfect original conditions. - Born in Crewe, England, Alistair Ayns...
Ceramic
"Obus" terra sigillata vase by Alistair Danhieux, 2011.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
"Obus" terra sigillata vase by Alistair Danhieux. Signed and dated under the base. 2011. H : 12.6 x 5.9 inches. Perfect original conditions. - Born in Crewe, England, Alistair Ayn...
Ceramic
Terra sigillata covered pot by Alistair Danhieux, 2011.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Terra sigillata covered pot by Alistair Danhieux. Signed and dated under the base. 2011. H : 11 x 7.5 inches. Perfect original conditions. - Born in Crewe, England, Alistair Aynsc...
Ceramic
Ceramic Box by Alistair Dahnieux, circa 2011
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A ceramic box signed Alistair Danhieux. Signed and dated under the base, 2011. Perfect original conditions.
Ceramic
Ceramic Vase with Geometrical Decoration by Accolay, circa 1970-1980
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A ceramic vase with glazes and geometrical decoration by Accolay. Signed under the base "Accolay", circa 1970-1980. Perfect original condition. Unique piece.
Ceramic
Porcelain Vase Designed by Claire Debril for Virebent, circa 1970-1980
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A porcelain vase designed by Claire Debril for Virebent. Signed under the base, circa 1970-1980.
Ceramic
Ceramic Box by Alistair Dahnieux, circa 2011
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A ceramic box signed Alistair Danhieux. Signed and dated under the base. 2011. Perfect original conditions.
Ceramic