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Antique Directoire Style French Mahogany Buffet with Carrara Marble Top

About the Item

Antique Directoire Style French Mahogany Buffet with Carrara Marble Top is a striking and elegantly proportioned piece, distinguished by its richly figured veneer and refined, architectural presence. The façade is beautifully composed with bookmatched panels, creating a dramatic, flame-like movement across the doors, while the clean lines and subtle projections give the piece a confident, composed stance. Raised on tapered legs fitted with delicate bronze sabots, the form retains a sense of lightness despite its generous scale. The drawers are appointed with finely cast brass hardware, understated and precise, while slender pilasters frame the composition with quiet discipline. Above, the Carrara marble top introduces a soft luminosity, its natural veining offering a graceful contrast to the depth and warmth of the mahogany. The design draws from the Directoire style, born in France at the close of the 18th century—a moment when interiors began to shift toward clarity and balance, favoring symmetry and proportion over excess. It was a period that looked to classical ideals, embracing a quiet elegance that still feels enduring today. A sophisticated and versatile piece, offering generous storage and a strong yet composed presence—equally at home in an entrance, dining room, or living room. Circa mid-1900s Measures 40.5H x 94.5W x 22D Available for pickup at our Dallas Design District Showroom in Dallas Texas

Dimensions:
Height: 40.5 in (102.87 cm)Width: 94.5 in (240.03 cm)Depth: 22 in (55.88 cm)
Style:
Directoire (In the Style Of)
Materials and Techniques:
Brass,Carrara Marble,Mahogany,Hand-Crafted
Place of Origin:
France
Period:
Mid-20th Century
Date of Manufacture:
mid-1900s
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
Dallas, TX
Reference Number:
Seller: 2601-26181stDibs: LU926249645292