Set of Eight Early 1900s French Oak Os De Mouton Dining Chairs

Easily recognized by its highly shaped legs and stretchers, os de mouton is an elegant style of carving that was first seen during the reign of Louis XIII. Although typically used for chair frames, it was not uncommon to find tabouret stools, such as this bleached one from France (circa 1900), carved in the same manner. Four sinuous legs with scrolled feet are joined by an H-shaped stretcher with arbalete-like curves. The wood has a warm beige color that is accentuated by a stark white cotton upholstery affixed with numerous metal nailheads. Our os de mouton tabouret...

As a transitional age in French history, the Regence period is known for furniture that showcases forms of the preceding period (Louis XIV), as well as early Louis XV stylings. In the case of this bleached oak partner’s desk, the motifs are prefigures of the Rococo style of Louis XV, while still maintaining the rectilinear form often seen with Louis XIV furnishings. Hand-carved in France in the early 1900s, the oak wood has been bleached more recently, resulting in a warm, golden brown hue with some fascinating wood grains. A cavetto molding graces the top on all sides, even in the slightly recessed areas above the leg holes. Both sides of the desk have been carved identically, with three belt drawers featuring arabesque margents with foliate shells and thin molding. Similar vertical carvings flank the doors, which are rectangular panels adorned with geometric and foliate motifs. Both doors to the right of the leg hole open to reveal three pull-out drawers, while the doors to the left front three shelves. The rectilinear form is softened by eight short cabriole legs, each with a paw foot pad, beneath a sinuous apron embellished with a foliate shell medallion over thin molding. Our well-carved partner’s desk...

An ancestor of modern orchestral horns, this le cor de chasse, or hunting horn, would have been carried by a member of a fox or stag hunting party known as the huntsman. Unlike orchestral horns, this brass version is valveless, relying on the skill of the huntsman to manipulate pitch through delicate adjustments of the lips. By varying the frequency of notes, as well as the pitch and duration, the huntsman would produce different signals to alert members of the hunting party or to relay commands to the hounds. Horns such as these (cor à plusieurs tours) that feature distinctive tight coils and a soldered mouthpiece were designed to be played with one hand while on horseback. Our French brass hunting horn...

This pair of forged iron candleholders was produced in France in the early 1900’s. The two holders have slightly different dimensions, indicating that they were crafted by hand. E...

Cast during the early 1900s in France, this captivating bronze statue boasts a rich patina with a mesmerizing blend of turquoise, gold, and gray patina, giving it a unique and timele...

An exquisite set of 10 caned dining chairs, each frame was hand-carved from walnut wood in Italy, circa 1880. Each chair is a meticulously crafted work of art with intricate details,...

Stunning set of eight French dining chairs featuring a modern redux upholstery with a whimsical abstract expressionist figural artwork design. The chairs ...

Os de mouton French dining chairs. The term “os de mouton” (French for sheep-bone) refers to the shape of the lower frame of the dini...

A set of eight French Louis XIII style os de mouton dining room side chairs from the 19th century with tapestry upholstery and nailhead trim. Born in France during the 19th century, ...

Set of 6 dining chairs in the Louis xiii style made circa mid century. Red leather and studs. 15.5w x 46"t x 20"d seat height 19" seat depth 17"

These are a very stylish set of 20th century Os De Mouton dining chairs. The subtle cream painted finish with the plan Os De Mouton design is gorgeous and will work well in any inter...

This set of six turn of the century dining chairs combines a graceful shape with a beautiful patina. Made in France, the design takes...