Ormolu Furniture

A Magnificent, Rare, and Large Pair of Chinese Kangxi (18th Century) Famille Vert Porcelain French Louis XVI Style (19th Century) Ormolu Mounted Solider Vases. These monumental vase...

Pair of Napoleon III Opaline Glass and Ormolu Tassel Vases Paris, circa 1870s Enhance your collection or interior with this exquisite pair of Napoleon III...

Pair of French 19th Century commodes in the Louis XV style. The curved solid wood bodies are adorned with glossy lacquered marquet...

One of a kind and Amazing Large Empire French writing desk or bureau plat with embossed black leather top, bronze dore mounts, column legs, and five .drawers. Spectacular French wor...

Glass and ormolu-mounted rectangular casket. Made in France in the 1860s. Perfect original condition with a lovely patina.

A Very Fine French 19th-20th Century Louis XVI Style Mahogany, Tulipwood and Ormolu-Mounted Parquetry Three-Door Vitrine Commode 'Meuble d'appui with a Brêche Violette Marble Top, attributed to François Linke (1855-1946). The interior of the vitrine with three glass shelves, lined with a burgundy broque fabric and a mirror backing, flanked by a pair of side doors, each fitted with a pair of mahogany...

A stunning and most decorative French 19th century Louis XVI st. Mahogany, Ormolu, and Gris St. Anne marble center table/desk, attributed to François Linke. This wonderful single dra...

Gorgeous Late 1900's Louis XVI Style, Ormolu, Bureau Plat, Cartonnier, Writing Desk! Late 1900's Louis XVI Style, Ormolu, Bureau Plat, Cartonnier, Writing Desk! Bureau Plat, Carton...

Presenting a magnificent pair of French Maurin green marble urns and covers exuding opulence and grandeur in the Louis XVI style, dating from the late 19th to early 20th century. Ea...

An exceptional and palatially scaled French 18th century Régence Period Walnut, Ormolu and Sarrancolin marble commode, signed Bernard I Van Risenburgh. This stunning Bombee shaped co...

This truly amazing Gilded Age Chandelier of "tent and bag" form features strands of faceted crystal beads of graduated size. The gilt bronze fra...

Dimensions: Height: 6 1/2 in Width: 15 3/4 in Depth: 9 in This antique French Louis XV style bronze ormolu inkwell is truly a sight to be seen! If we take a look at the photos prov...

PRESENTING a BEAUTIFUL and ELEGANT 19C Louis XV Style Boudoir Display Vitrine . From circa 1890 and made in France. This is a tall legged vitrine and has beautiful ormolu mounts an...

A wonderful French faceted cut crystal bronze ormolu-mounted eight sided casket jewelry box with fine detail bronze key hole. In the manner...

19th Century French Gilt Bronze Neoclassic frame.

Very large antique Louis XV style mantel clock by Beurdeley and Raingo Frères French, Late 19th Century Height 98cm, width 49cm, depth 24cm This magnificent Louis XV style mantel cl...

Art Deco gilt bronze sculpture of the 'Theban Dancer' by CJR Colinet French, circa 1925 Measures: Height 55cm, width 59cm, depth 23cm The important Fr...

A scarce period Charles X (1818-1834) French Restoration mahogany travailleuse sewing (thread stand - side table - jewelry dressing table) with light, warm, beautifully aged patina. Born in France in the early 19th century, almost certainly Parisian work, exquisitely hand-crafted, this exceptionally executed example features ornate gilt bronze ormolu mounts, escutcheons, and elaborate gilt metal trim. Having a highly figured light mahogany hinged lid top, lifting open to reveal a striking finished interior with divided compartments and original inset mirror plate. The conforming rectangular case fitted with a faux drawer front over a dovetailed drawer with sectioned interior. Elegantly rising on oval-shaped medial shelf stretcher-joined curvacious legs. Dimensions (approx): 27" High, 20" Wide, 13.5" Deep Stunning light almost blonde antique mahogany coloring and mellow warm tone, superb wood grain detail, and charming, beautifully aged patina over the whole. Great shape overall. Retaining original antique character marks, wear consistent with age and indicative of minimal use, nothing that detracts from the aesthetics or functionality, but only adds to the overall authenticity, refined elegant warmth, luxurious sophistication, and cozy unpretentious rustic elegance. Delivered cleaned, hand waxed, polished French patina finish, ready for immediate use and generational enjoyment! What is Charles X style: The comte d’Artois – or Charles X - was the son of the dauphin Louis-Ferdinand de Franc and Marie-Josèphe de Saxe. He succeeded his two brothers Louis XVI and Louis XVIII and became the King of France in 1824. Thirty years after the French Revolution, he wanted to embody the return of monarchy and became the leader of the catholic party . As the previous kings, he was crowned in 1825 but he was soon overthrown by the revolution in July, 1830, called "Trois Glorieuses". He left then for England, Scotland, Prague and Istria where he died in 1836. Charles X style lasted from 1818 to 1834 and happened during the Bourbon Restoration (French Restoration). This style did not replace totally the style of furniture from the French Empire but it was different from the formalism in the Napoleonic era, during which strictness and simplicity were inspired by Greco-Roman art. Indeed, artistic fields flourished. In terms of furniture, this renewal was suggested by the softening of shapes. Even though the simple aspect from the French Empire was still visible, shapes became curvier with volutes and arabesques. Another distinction is the loss of the massive aspect of furniture and the decrease of dimensions in order to decorate smaller appartments. Handling ability and comfort were key-words in the making of furniture. Apartments had essential elements such as chests of drawers, big rounded tables in the dining room, desks or secretaries, armoires and even dressing tables, comfortable fainting couches in the living room, small tables, pedestal tables, as well as gondola chairs. The wavy aspect of the latters certainly represent Charles X style the best.  One of the most emblematic features of this style is the use of bois clairs – light woods in warm blond tones - and indigenous woods that are varnished in order to highlight the grains. Bird's-eye maple, ash trees, plane trees, yew trees, beech trees, olive trees and cedar trees were most likely to be used. Indeed, at the beginning of the 19th century dark woods were hard to find. In 1806, the Napoleon’s Continental System was established in order to ruin the United Kingdom by preventing the country from any business with the rest of Europe. Therefore craftsmen had to find alternatives from mahogany which was the most commonly used material at this time. After 1815, the import of wood was even more difficult because of peace treaties and the European political situation, which contributed to the popularity of the bois clairs and indigenous woods. The furniture was often decorated with fine inlays made out of dark wood representing foliage, which contrasted with the veneer. Even though these patterns can look like bronze decorations from the Empire era,  they were far more simple and did not represent any military or mythological attributes. On the tables, trays were sometimes made out of marble as in the French Empire, but it was often put aside and inlaid veneer, Verre Eglomisé – a type of glass with a mirror finish –, mirror or porcelain from Sèvres or Paris were more likely to be used. Decorative elements from the Monarchy were highly appreciated again as they suggested luxury. Indeed, marquetry work was particularly fashionable - Boulle marquetry thrived around 1820 as the works of the Levasseur family can show. In the same way, draperies and trimmings referred to the monarchist splendour. Fabrics were often white – the traditional colour of the Bourbons – or light coloured as oppposed to the typical green from the Napoleonic era.  One of the most symbolic figures from this period of time might be Jean-Jacques Werner (1791-1849), a cabinetmaker who worked for prestigious clients such as the Duchesse de Berry who was Charles’s step-daughter. His works can be seen at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs and at the Grand Trianon in the Palace of Versailles. The duchess’s appartments situated at the pavillon de Marsan and at the Palais de Saint Cloud illustrate Charles X style the best with furniture made out of bois clairs and ornamented with dark wood patterns or fine gold decorations. Chales X style allows a transition between the sobriety of the Empire style and the abundant aspect of Louis-Philippe style. The gothic style started at this time through the "style à la cathédrale", inspired by religious architecture, which thrived from 1827 to 1830. Indeed, at the beginning of the 19th century, Romanticism put the spotlight on the Middle Ages. Cabinetmakers were not inspired by the medieval furniture but rather by architectural elements of churches and cathedrals. For instance the backs of chairs were decorated with arches shaped like rib and serration. In the same way, before Charles X abdicated, pieces of furniture were made out of dark woods – such as mahogany, which was used again in France – and were inlaid with light wood. Romanticism also influenced the layout of furniture in appartments to suggest movement through a mix of various styles, various shapes and various sizes, as opposed to the static aspect of Neoclassicism. The start of industrialisation and mechanisation also influenced this style as early technical developments led to the production of pieces of furniture in series. Credit: Marc Maison Bibliography: FANIEL Stéphane (Dir.), Le Dix-neuvième Siècle Français, Collection Connaissance des Arts, 1957, Hachette SASSONE, Adriana Boidi, Furniture from Rococo to Art Deco, 2000, Evergreen -- Extremely versatile: As warm and attractive as it is useful, this remarkable antique table having the ideal size and small proportions for a variety of different uses, including as a side table, accent or occasional table, tall sofa...

A Nice Quality Pair of Late 19th Century French Gilt Bronze Mounted Chinese Porcelain Lamps Fine bronze mounts separate the six painted panels decorated with chinoiserie figures in ...

A very fine quality pair of French ormolu-mounted jewelled Sèvres porcelain lidded vases. Having classical romantic scenes and landscapes set between the cobalt blue, the gilded ormo...

A magnificent and high quality French 19th century Louis XVI st. Sévres Porcelain, patinated Bronze and Ormolu garniture set. This stunning set consisting of a central clock and two ...

This is an impressive and highly decorative French gilt bronze and Limoges enamel table mirro, Signed, F.Bienvue, Limoges and circa 1880 in date. The enameled portrait roundel on a ...

A good quality late 19th Century French Sevres style porcelain comport, having scrolling foliate gilded ormolu handles, mouldings and base. The cobalt blue ground with gilt highlight...

A Pair of Magnificent and Palatial Patinated Bronze Figural Putto Seven-Light Gilt-Bronze, Rock-Crystal and Amethyst Glass Candelabra, On Green Marble Pedestals. By Raingo Frères, ...

This is a monumental fine and rare antique Victorian burr walnut and amboyna, Sevres porcelain and ormolu-mounted breakfront mirror backed credenza...

Unusual lamps with embroidered silk and gold and silver wire filagree covered tole shades. Adjustable shade. Three candle arms and one central one not fitted with a bar to support sh...

This is a stunning pair of antique French amboyna and ebonised card tables, circa 1860 in date. The tables are made from striking and rare ambo...

An impressive and extremely elegant pair of French 19th century Louis XVI st. Ebony, Ormolu and Marble pedestals. Each stunning pedestal is raised by a square Ebony base with a fine ...

The underside of the cherry-blossom decorated palanquin forming the shade over the court figure with phoenix resting on the gilt-bronze mounted carton Pierre panel.

Mahogany Linen Press from England, circa 1750. Fitted with gilded bronze handles. Comes with four bottom drawers and four sliding tray behind ...

An attractive and most decorative French 19th century Louis XVI st. Ormolu and Tole Bouillotte lamp. This exquisite three light lamp is raised by a beautiful pierced circular bowl wi...

Pair of English neoclassical style three-drawer commodes with a carved molded edge top, mahogany string inlays, figural ormolu filigree mounts with the...

This is a splendid antique late Victorian ormolu mounted onyx Corinthian column table lamp now converted to electricity, circa 1880 in date. This opulent antique table lamp features a finely cast ormolu Corinthian Capital decorated above a striking tapering onyx shaft. It stands on a large stepped square base, which features ormolu laurel wreath decoration. Add an element of Greek Classical style to your home with this exquisite antique table lamp. Condition: In excellent working condition having been beautifully cleaned and rewired, please see photos for confirmation. Dimensions in cm: Height 52 x Width 12 x Depth 12 Dimensions in inches: Height 20.5 x Width 4.7 x Depth 4.7 Corinthian capital It has been suggested that the foliage of the Greek Corinthian capital was based on the Acanthus spinosus, that of the Roman on the Acanthus mollis. The leaves are generally carved in two "ranks" or bands, like one leafy cup set within another. One of the most beautiful Corinthian capitals is that from the Tholos of Epidaurus (400 BC); it illustrates the transition between the earlier Greek capital...

Dimensions: H: 66 1/2in W: 31 1/4in D: 15 3/4in This French Louis XVI Style Ebonized and Ormolu Mounted Vitrine or Display case is made of the highest quality and is perfect for yo...

Antique seven-piece crystal and ormolu centrepiece garniture by Baccarat French, Early 20th Century Large bowl: Height 32cm, width 54cm, depth 27cm Candelabra: Height 52cm, width 30...

This is a fine antique French ormolu mounted mahogany and specimen wood parquetry stand firmly attributed to François Linke, Circa 1890 in date. The square galleried top features be...

The bronze urns rest on an ormolu flaring foot which rests on a two step bronze square base. The ormolu handles in the form of dolphins are applied to each side and encircling each i...

An exceptional French 19th century Louis XVI st. ormolu chandelier. The eight arm chandelier is centered by a beautiful richly chased bottom floral finial below the elegantly curved ...

A nineteenth century French ormolu casket, in the medieval style, with a cherub sitting on top of the hinged lid. The body has 4 hand painted cartouches of flowers at the front. Th...

Pair of large Sèvres style gilt porcelain mounted vases. French, Late 19th century. Height 97cm, diameter 26cm. These beautiful vases are a p...

A Pair of Louis XV Style Rococo Revival Ormolu Three-Light Candelabra. Finely cast in the Rococo Revival style this fine pair of English candelabra...

A charming fine quality antique French demilune decorative box from the late 19th century, finished in stunning rich briar elm burlwood, the half-moon shaped bentwood revolving door table or desk box - jewelry casket - trinket keepsake small cabinet - old fashioned cigarette case, features flower...

A rare and most unique pair of French 19th century Neo-Greek st. Patinated Bronze, Ormolu and Arabescato marble side tables/floor lamps. Each impressive side table/floor lamp is rais...

A French Ormolu-Mounted Neoclassical Jardinière Constructed using flamed Cuban mahogany and dressed with hand-chased and gilded bronze mounts, supported on scrolled foliate feet, th...

French Napoleon III ormolu and porcelain sided mantel clock in four glass form. The clock has fine jewelled porcelain panels on three sides including the full size dial. The porcelai...

An Exceptional Early 20th Century Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze Mounted Parquetry Vitrine By François Linke François Linke – Index no. 458 The fleur de pêcher marble top above a scro...

Pair of antique French ormolu mounted marble fireplaces with cast iron insets French, Late 19th Century Fireplaces: Height 112cm, width 152cm, depth 33cm Iron inserts: Height 89cm,...

19th century, Monumental Sèvres Style Polychrome Porcelain Vase Sèvres manufactory mark and the signature of the painter Georges Maxant. Dimensions: H 157 cm x W 58 cm x D 45 cm. Ba...

An exceptional and most charming true pair of French 19th century Neo-Classical st. ormolu and Rouge Griotte marble lamps. Each lamp is raised by its original elegant circular Rouge Griotte marble base with a fine wrap around a double mottled border. Each lamp depicts the beautiful Psyche draped in a wonderfully executed flowing dress with a shawl...

Large pair of ormolu and malachite rhino table candelabra French, 20th Century Height 134cm, width 55cm, depth 49cm This remarkable pair of candelabra is ...

A magnificent 19th century French Louis XV style Chinoiserie ebonized lacquered gilt bronze-mounted commode. Of serpentine bombé form with a marble top, containing two drawers, the f...

Antique French richly draped Baccarat crystal and ormolu chandelier. 10-light.

Empire Cistern Barometer by Gabriel Of rectangular form, with the case waisted, veneered in burr elm with mounts in the manner of Percier and Fontaine, of cistern type, with bronze ...

Late 19thC Cranberry Glass and Ormalu Table Lamp of Hour Glass Form (converted from oil lamp) - - The lampshade(s) are newly handmade silks by the same maker as provides the shades f...

A Rare Pair of Ormolu-Mounted Bloodstone Two-Light Candlesticks, Resting on Jasper Bases, Circa 1790 Transport yourself to the pinnacle of historical elegance with this extraordinar...

A most attractive and very high quality French mid 19th century Empire st. Mahogany and Ormolu side/center table. This handsome table is raised by a triangular base with concave side...

A beautiful and extremely high quality pair of French 19th century Louis XVI St. Belle Époque period ormolu picture frames signed and stamped Christofle. Each free standing picture frame displays beautiful intricately detailed swaging fabric garlands at the base with lovely richly chased blooming flowers tied at the center with a charming ribbon and draped over knobs at each side. Elegant laurel branches center a fine rosette at each side set on a hammered background with wrap around reeded bands and delicate beaded borders. The striking pierced top crown displays exceptional richly chased berried laurel branches tied with a ribbon all in a superb satin and burnished finish. Christofle is a renowned manufacturer of fine silver founded in Paris by Charles Christofle in 1830. Artists and designers such as the famous Parisian Silversmith Antoine Perrin (AP), Man Ray, Jean Cocteau, Gio Ponti, Andrée Putman and Richard Hutton...

Pair of French gilt bronze table candelabra French, 19th Century Height 75cm, diameter 35cm The fine gilt bronze candelabra in this pair are crafted ...

A fine French 19th-20th century Régence style gilt bronze mounted kingwood and tulipwood parquetry regulator longcase clock, after the 18th century model by Julien Le Roy (French, 16...

A beautiful pair of French 19th century neo-classical st. Vert de Patricia marble, black Belgian marble, and ormolu urns. Each urn is raised by a square base with a central foliate o...