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Directoire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

DIRECTOIRE STYLE

Formed in the wake of the Jacobin Reign of Terror’s bloody guillotine, the Directoire was established to lead France into order through the leadership of a five-member council of directors. It was brief, lasting only from 1795 to 1799, ending with Napoléon Bonaparte’s coup d’état, and was economically tumultuous. Yet it was an essential bridge between the era of Louis XVI and the elaborate Empire style that followed, with Directoire furniture and decorative arts shaped by a royal passion for classical design and an enthusiasm for postrevolutionary France.

Much of the country’s furniture production had halted during the French Revolution when the furniture guilds system was abolished, but during the Directoire period, the cabinetmakers restarted their businesses, such as François-Honoré-Georges and Jacob-Desmalter who established a new workshop called Jacob-Frères. Pieces made in walnut, elm, mahogany and other inexpensive materials incorporated influences ranging from Egypt to Pompeii, with popular forms including the curule armchair based on an ancient Roman design. The aesthetics of the transitional style were more austere than during the monarchy, with court cabinetmaker Jean-Baptiste Sené, for instance, reimagining his workshop’s neoclassical-style furniture with ungilded surfaces and a reduction of ornamentation.

Symbols referencing the revolutionary tenets of liberty, equality and fraternity were frequently carved into Directoire furnishings, such as the Phrygian cap, clasped hands and the fasces, which is an image of a bound bundle of sticks adopted from the Roman Republic, where it was seen as an emblem of strength through unity.

Elements of the French Directoire style continued through Empire style. Designers Charles Percier and Pierre-François-Léonard Fontaine are credited today as major proponents of both movements. The classically inspired furniture design is represented in pieces such as the boat-shaped daybed and the klismos chair, which endured in French interiors as well as in styles abroad, including American Directoire.

Find a collection of antique ​​Directoire chairs, tables, daybeds, decorative objects and other furniture on 1stDibs.

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Style: Directoire
19th Century French Directoire Style Silver Plate Mirrored Surtout de Table Tray
Located in Fayetteville, AR
Originally used to display a centerpiece on a buffet or table, this large late nineteenth century French Directoire style silver plate footed tray, or surtout de table, features a mi...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Directoire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver Plate

19th Century French Directoire Style Silver Plate Mirrored Surtout de Table Tray
19th Century French Directoire Style Silver Plate Mirrored Surtout de Table Tray

19th Century French Directoire Style Silver Plate Mirrored Surtout de Table Tray

$1,995
18th Century Porcelain Cabinet Cup and Saucer Empire French Locre and Russinger
By Dresden Porcelain, Locre, Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur (KPM), Meissen Porcelain, Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres
Located in Wommelgem, VAN
Antique French Locre & Russinger French gilded porcelain cup and saucer with figural handle On the cup four landscapes in reserve (2 lozenge) and a row embossed pearls. In the corner...
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18th Century French Antique Directoire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Gold Leaf

18th Century Porcelain Cabinet Cup and Saucer Empire French Locre and Russinger
18th Century Porcelain Cabinet Cup and Saucer Empire French Locre and Russinger

18th Century Porcelain Cabinet Cup and Saucer Empire French Locre and Russinger

$2,899 / set
18th Century Porcelain Cabinet Cup and Saucer Empire Directoire French porcelain
By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres, Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur (KPM), Meissen Porcelain, Porcelaine de Paris, Dresden Porcelain
Located in Wommelgem, VAN
Antique French Paris porcelain cabinet cup and saucer with figural griffin handle The cup is divided in three section by two rows of embossed pearls. In the middle section four burni...
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18th Century French Antique Directoire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Gold Leaf

18th Century Porcelain Cabinet Cup and Saucer Empire Directoire French porcelain
18th Century Porcelain Cabinet Cup and Saucer Empire Directoire French porcelain

18th Century Porcelain Cabinet Cup and Saucer Empire Directoire French porcelain

$2,130 Sale Price / set
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Pair of Antique Aprey French Faience Pottery Cachepots or Jardinieres
By Aprey Pottery Factory
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of antique French faience jardinieres or cachepots. By Aprey. Each with two painted scenes on either side. One has a man gardening and a woman carrying a breadbask...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Directoire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Faience

Pair of Antique Aprey French Faience Pottery Cachepots or Jardinieres
Pair of Antique Aprey French Faience Pottery Cachepots or Jardinieres

Pair of Antique Aprey French Faience Pottery Cachepots or Jardinieres

$1,850 / set
Pair of French Directoire Late 18th Century Lidded Apothecary Jars with Labels
By Deroche
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of French Directoire period ceramic lidded apothecary jars from the late 18th century, with hand-painted foliage motifs, labeled Tamarind and Ext. Cicutæ A:F, from the Deroche...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Directoire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Ceramic

Pair of French Directoire Late 18th Century Lidded Apothecary Jars with Labels
Pair of French Directoire Late 18th Century Lidded Apothecary Jars with Labels

Pair of French Directoire Late 18th Century Lidded Apothecary Jars with Labels

$1,500 / set
Vaso con Piatto in Cristallo Decoro Blu e Oro Austroungarico Inizio 1800
Located in Milano, MI
Elegant decagonal shaped crystal lidded vase, dish plate dating back to Directoire period, finely decorated by elaborate floral and geometrical gilded, white and blue enameled patter...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Directoire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Crystal

Vaso con Piatto in Cristallo Decoro Blu e Oro Austroungarico Inizio 1800
Vaso con Piatto in Cristallo Decoro Blu e Oro Austroungarico Inizio 1800

Vaso con Piatto in Cristallo Decoro Blu e Oro Austroungarico Inizio 1800

$1,420
Set of Four Wedgwood Directoire Yellow Banded Creamware Cups and Saucers
By Wedgwood
Located in New York, NY
Set of four Wedgwood Directoire pattern yellow banded cream cups and saucers. Cups and saucers in the Directoire pattern and style with characteristic handles of the post Revolutionary six year period of the French Directory...
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20th Century English Directoire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Creamware

Set of Four Wedgwood Directoire Yellow Banded Creamware Cups and Saucers
Set of Four Wedgwood Directoire Yellow Banded Creamware Cups and Saucers

Set of Four Wedgwood Directoire Yellow Banded Creamware Cups and Saucers

$100 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Directoire French Golden Ocher Color Tole Tray
Located in Houston, TX
Directoire French golden ocher color tole tray adorned in original painted decoration, early 19th century. Note: Original/early finish on antique an...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Directoire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Tôle

Directoire French Golden Ocher Color Tole Tray
Directoire French Golden Ocher Color Tole Tray

Directoire French Golden Ocher Color Tole Tray

$2,600
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Hand blown crystal vase/latern in bright red color. Hand carved by Bavarian glass artists with a birds decor in the style of country. A rich oak leave garland all around with 2 birds...
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2010s German Directoire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Country Style German Crystal Glas Latern in Red Sofina Boutique Kitzbühel
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$934 / item
H 5.91 in Dm 5.52 in
Collection of 7 20th century silver plate trays
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Here we have a collection of 7 silver plated trays dating from 1920 to 1950. 2 circular, 4 oval and 1 tray rectangular. Some minor plate loss and marks.. Please see individual pic...
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Mid-20th Century English Directoire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Collection of 7 20th century silver plate trays
Collection of 7 20th century silver plate trays

Collection of 7 20th century silver plate trays

$1,980 / set
H 30 in W 18 in D 2 in
19th Century French Louis XVI Silver-Plated Serving Tray with Handles
Located in Dallas, TX
Crafted in France circa 1880, this refined antique silver-plated serving tray showcases the elegant symmetry and ornamental vocabulary of the Louis XVI style. The rectangular board i...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Directoire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver Plate

19th Century French Louis XVI Silver-Plated Serving Tray with Handles
19th Century French Louis XVI Silver-Plated Serving Tray with Handles

19th Century French Louis XVI Silver-Plated Serving Tray with Handles

$1,150
H 1.75 in W 19.75 in D 12.5 in
18th Century Japanese Imari Gold Porcelain Small Lobbed Cups and Saucers
Located in Delft, NL
18th century Japanese Imari Gold porcelain small lobbed cups and saucers Early 18th century imari gold lobbed Japanese cups and saucers Small cups and saucers...
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Early 18th Century Japanese Antique Directoire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Porcelain

18th Century Japanese Imari Gold Porcelain Small Lobbed Cups and Saucers
18th Century Japanese Imari Gold Porcelain Small Lobbed Cups and Saucers

18th Century Japanese Imari Gold Porcelain Small Lobbed Cups and Saucers

$2,071 / set
H 1.23 in Dm 1.58 in
Early 20th Century French Hand Painted Bombe Faience Jardinière
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a buffet or dining table with this colorful ceramic cache pot. Crafted in France, circa 1920 and oval in shape, the jardinière stands on four paw feet and is dressed with li...
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Early 20th Century French Directoire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Ceramic, Faience

Early 20th Century French Hand Painted Bombe Faience Jardinière
Early 20th Century French Hand Painted Bombe Faience Jardinière

Early 20th Century French Hand Painted Bombe Faience Jardinière

$1,200
H 7.5 in W 21 in D 11 in
Hand Blown Monumental Wheel Cut Crystal "Hurricane Vase"
Located in Great Barrington, MA
This fabulous hand blown crystal shape appears to be a hurricane but in fact is a tall and elegant vase. Completely wheel cut all over in an Art Nouveau floral motif with undulating ...
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Early 20th Century Directoire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Crystal

Hand Blown Monumental Wheel Cut Crystal "Hurricane Vase"
Hand Blown Monumental Wheel Cut Crystal "Hurricane Vase"

Hand Blown Monumental Wheel Cut Crystal "Hurricane Vase"

$4,800
H 18 in Dm 7 in
Pr. 19th Century Antique Bohemian White Over Clear Crystal Maiden Portrait Vases
Located in New York, NY
A pair of 19th century Louis XVI style Bohemian white over clear crystal maiden portrait vases with hand-painted gilt décor. Each is beautifully hand-painted with gorgeous maidens lo...
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1870s Czech Antique Directoire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Crystal

Pr. 19th Century Antique Bohemian White Over Clear Crystal Maiden Portrait Vases
Pr. 19th Century Antique Bohemian White Over Clear Crystal Maiden Portrait Vases

Pr. 19th Century Antique Bohemian White Over Clear Crystal Maiden Portrait Vases

$9,500 / set
H 12 in Dm 5 in
19th Century French Louis XVI Silvered Bronze and Mirrored "Surtout de Table"
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a dining table with this elegant antique "Surtout de Table". Crafted in France circa 1860, and rectangular in shape with rounded ends, the large tray stands on four small ho...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Directoire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver Plate

19th Century French Louis XVI Silvered Bronze and Mirrored "Surtout de Table"
19th Century French Louis XVI Silvered Bronze and Mirrored "Surtout de Table"

19th Century French Louis XVI Silvered Bronze and Mirrored "Surtout de Table"

$1,700
H 1.75 in W 22 in D 15 in
Rare French 18th Century Biot Jar
Located in Charlottesville, VA
Fine, rare 18th Century French biot jar, having fabulous patination and lichen. Found in Provence.
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18th Century French Antique Directoire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Ceramic

Rare French 18th Century Biot Jar
Rare French 18th Century Biot Jar

Rare French 18th Century Biot Jar

$5,500
H 30 in Dm 25 in
Sevres Porcelain Trembleuse Cup and Saucer First Size
By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Heading : 18th Century Sevres 1st Size Trembleuse Cup and Saucer Date : Late 18th Century c1790 Marks : Interlaced L mark in blue. Incised OO mark on b...
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1790s French Antique Directoire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Porcelain

Sevres Porcelain Trembleuse Cup and Saucer First Size
Sevres Porcelain Trembleuse Cup and Saucer First Size

Sevres Porcelain Trembleuse Cup and Saucer First Size

$3,753
H 3.47 in Dm 6.03 in
Antique Meissen Porcelain Floral Encrusted Tea Cup & Saucer
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Atlanta, GA
Meissen, Germany, late 19th to early 20th century Hard-paste porcelain, hand-painted with polychrome enamels and gilt accents, applied porcelain flowers, five small knop feet. ...
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19th Century German Antique Directoire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Porcelain

Antique Meissen Porcelain Floral Encrusted Tea Cup & Saucer
Antique Meissen Porcelain Floral Encrusted Tea Cup & Saucer

Antique Meissen Porcelain Floral Encrusted Tea Cup & Saucer

$895
H 2.25 in W 5.5 in D 4.5 in
Set of 2 Signed Richard Klemm Dresden Porcelain Demitasse Cups & Saucers
By Meissen Porcelain, Dresden Porcelain
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine set of 2 Dresden porcelain demitasse cups and saucers. By Richard Klemm. The cups with slightly tapered sides and a flattened c-shaped handle. The saucer with a broad rim an...
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Early 20th Century German Directoire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Porcelain

Set of 2 Signed Richard Klemm Dresden Porcelain Demitasse Cups & Saucers
Set of 2 Signed Richard Klemm Dresden Porcelain Demitasse Cups & Saucers

Set of 2 Signed Richard Klemm Dresden Porcelain Demitasse Cups & Saucers

$595 / set
H 2.5 in Dm 4.63 in
Previously Available Items
Large Directoire Paris porcelain biscuit bowl - Locré Manufacture, 19th century
By Locré & Russinger's Factory 1
Located in GRENOBLE, FR
A fine Paris porcelain biscuit bowl, beautiful model enhanced with fine gold gilt Directoire patterns. High-end Parisian production, late 18th century circa 1795. Signed by French Lo...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Directoire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Porcelain

Large Directoire Paris porcelain biscuit bowl - Locré Manufacture, 19th century
Large Directoire Paris porcelain biscuit bowl - Locré Manufacture, 19th century

Large Directoire Paris porcelain biscuit bowl - Locré Manufacture, 19th century

H 8.12 in Dm 4.06 in
Locré Manufacture : Paris porcelain coffee cup - 18th century
By Locré & Russinger's Factory 1
Located in GRENOBLE, FR
A fine Paris porcelain coffee cup and its saucer, beautiful model enhanced with fine gold gilt Directoire patterns. High-end Parisian production, late 18th century circa 1795. Not si...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Directoire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Porcelain

Locré Manufacture : Paris porcelain coffee cup - 18th century
Locré Manufacture : Paris porcelain coffee cup - 18th century

Locré Manufacture : Paris porcelain coffee cup - 18th century

H 2.45 in Dm 5.24 in
Earthenware Soup Tureen Signed David Johnston In Bordeaux
Located in BARSAC, FR
Earthenware soup tureen with blue and white printed decoration from the David Johnston factory in Bordeaux. CIRCA 1830 Good condition, a chip under the lid
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1830s French Antique Directoire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Faience

Earthenware Soup Tureen Signed David Johnston In Bordeaux
Earthenware Soup Tureen Signed David Johnston In Bordeaux

Earthenware Soup Tureen Signed David Johnston In Bordeaux

H 9.06 in Dm 8.67 in
Four Vintage Wedgwood Directoire Pattern Yellow Creamware Plates
By Wedgewood
Located in New York, NY
Four vintage Wedgwood Directoire pattern yellow creamware plates. Two dinner plates and two luncheon plates in varying shades of yellow banding with i...
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1920s English Vintage Directoire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Creamware

Four Vintage Wedgwood Directoire Pattern Yellow Creamware Plates
Four Vintage Wedgwood Directoire Pattern Yellow Creamware Plates

Four Vintage Wedgwood Directoire Pattern Yellow Creamware Plates

H 1 in Dm 9.88 in
Red Napoleon III Tole Tray
Located in Doylestown, PA
French red and gilt hand painted Directoire/Emire tole tray, classical chariot and horses scene, late 18th-early 19th Century.
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Late 18th Century French Antique Directoire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Metal

Red Napoleon III Tole Tray
Red Napoleon III Tole Tray

Red Napoleon III Tole Tray

H 1.25 in W 27 in D 21.25 in
Silver Metal Jug of the 19th Century
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Silver metal pitcher from the 19th century Measures: H 19cm, L 10cm, P 16cm.
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19th Century French Antique Directoire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Metal

Silver Metal Jug of the 19th Century
Silver Metal Jug of the 19th Century

Silver Metal Jug of the 19th Century

H 7.49 in W 3.94 in D 6.3 in
Antique Silver Cruet Set, Oil and Vinegar Bottles, 18th Century Period
By Ambroise Mignerot
Located in Paris, FR
French antique three-piece cruet service in Directoire/Consulate style. The set consists of two cut crystal bottles: two carafes for oil and vinegar, hel...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Directoire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Crystal, Silver

Antique Silver Cruet Set, Oil and Vinegar Bottles, 18th Century Period
Antique Silver Cruet Set, Oil and Vinegar Bottles, 18th Century Period

Antique Silver Cruet Set, Oil and Vinegar Bottles, 18th Century Period

H 13 in W 8.27 in D 4.34 in
English Water Warmer and Dispenser in Copper and Brass
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
English water warmer and dispenser in copper and brass, Directoire period. Measures: H 47cm, L 24cm, P 22cm.  
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Early 1800s English Antique Directoire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Brass, Copper

English Water Warmer and Dispenser in Copper and Brass
English Water Warmer and Dispenser in Copper and Brass

English Water Warmer and Dispenser in Copper and Brass

H 18.51 in W 9.45 in D 8.67 in
18th Century French Pewter Tureen and Six Bowls
Located in Dallas, TX
A continental Pewter Tureen with six bowls, Europe, 19th century Marks: (various) Measures: height: 11.7 inches width: 16 inches diameter: 10.9 inches (29.5 x 40.6 x 27.6 cm)...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Directoire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Pewter

18th Century French Pewter Tureen and Six Bowls
18th Century French Pewter Tureen and Six Bowls

18th Century French Pewter Tureen and Six Bowls

H 12 in W 16 in D 11 in
Three-Tiered Mahogany and Brass Bar Cart, 1940s, France
By Maison Jansen, Edition Monix
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Rare three-tiered neoclassical mahogany and brass drinks trolley.        
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Early 20th Century French Directoire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Brass

Three-Tiered Mahogany and Brass Bar Cart, 1940s, France
Three-Tiered Mahogany and Brass Bar Cart, 1940s, France

Three-Tiered Mahogany and Brass Bar Cart, 1940s, France

H 38.75 in W 47.25 in D 21.75 in
Pair of Late 18th Century Gilt and Patinated Bronze Ewers
Located in Paris, FR
French Directory pair of ewers in gilded and patinated bronze with handles in the shape of winged Cupids. Both pitchers are decorated with ormolu garlands, a mask, and ribbons on the...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Directoire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Bronze

Pair of Late 18th Century Gilt and Patinated Bronze Ewers
Pair of Late 18th Century Gilt and Patinated Bronze Ewers

Pair of Late 18th Century Gilt and Patinated Bronze Ewers

H 15.75 in Dm 6.3 in
French Directoire Period Wine Table
Located in Doylestown, PA
A French Directoire period, (circa 1800), "Rafraichissoir" wine cooling Stand, with inset tin liners and a grey marble top. The Stand has a small drawer f...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Directoire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Marble

French Directoire Period Wine Table
French Directoire Period Wine Table

French Directoire Period Wine Table

H 30 in W 17 in D 17 in

Directoire serveware, ceramics, silver and glass for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Directoire serveware, ceramics, silver and glass for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage serveware, ceramics, silver and glass created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, earthenware and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Directoire serveware, ceramics, silver and glass made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Austria pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, popular names associated with this style include Deroche, Tiffany & Co., and Wedgwood. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for serveware, ceramics, silver and glass differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $100 and tops out at $5,006 while the average work can sell for $1,850.

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