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Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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
Late 18th Century French Painted Commode
Late 18th Century French Painted Commode

Late 18th Century French Painted Commode

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

Late 18th Century French commode with serpentine front. Circa 1790.

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Late 18th Century French Antique Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood, Paint

1808 Blue Floral Painted Two Doors Cabinet
1808 Blue Floral Painted Two Doors Cabinet

1808 Blue Floral Painted Two Doors Cabinet

Located in Vo', Veneto

Painted Wardrobe dated 1808 Measurements: H. 173 cm – W. 128 (140 to the frames) cm – D. 50 (55 to the frames) cm Period: 1808 Origin: Tyrol Wood: Fir Description Beautiful painte...

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Early 1800s Austrian Antique Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Fir

Dark Green 1830 Floral Painted Cupboard
Dark Green 1830 Floral Painted Cupboard

Dark Green 1830 Floral Painted Cupboard

Located in Vo', Veneto

Dark Green Painted Wardrobe Dated 1830 Period: 1830 (dated) Origin: European Alps Wood essence: Fir Dimension : Height: 166 cm Width: 123 cm (127 cm to the corners) Depth: 50 cm (54 cm to the corners) Description Antique alpine wardrobe...

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1820s Italian Antique Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Fir

Pair of Brass Mounted Flame Mahogany Russian Baltic Directoire Style Commodes
Pair of Brass Mounted Flame Mahogany Russian Baltic Directoire Style Commodes

Pair of Brass Mounted Flame Mahogany Russian Baltic Directoire Style Commodes

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

Measures 30.5 tall x 37.5 wide x 18.5 deep They were built in a hard country. You can see it in the weight of them — in the way the lines stand firm and the bronze holds fast again...

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Early 20th Century Russian Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass, Ormolu

Fine Pair of Creme Painted French Directoire Style Commodes
Fine Pair of Creme Painted French Directoire Style Commodes

Fine Pair of Creme Painted French Directoire Style Commodes

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

Bring timeless European elegance into your home with this stunning pair of French Directoire–style commodes, beautifully finished in a soft cream painted patina that highlights their...

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1950s American Vintage Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Rare and Elegant French Directoire Painted Shop Counter, C. 1830.
Rare and Elegant French Directoire Painted Shop Counter, C. 1830.

Rare and Elegant French Directoire Painted Shop Counter, C. 1830.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

The piece features a paneled front and an open back fitted with a single small drawer over shelves, offering both display and storage. Its narrow depth makes it exceptionally versati...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood, Paint

Mid-19th Century French Directoire Style Walnut Semainier or Chest of Drawers
Mid-19th Century French Directoire Style Walnut Semainier or Chest of Drawers

Mid-19th Century French Directoire Style Walnut Semainier or Chest of Drawers

Located in Fayetteville, AR

This mid nineteenth century French Directoire style tall chest of drawers is called a semainier in French due to its seven drawers. Semainier comes from the French word "semaine" whi...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Bronze

Antique Directoire period chest of drawers in walnut - Italy 18th century
Antique Directoire period chest of drawers in walnut - Italy 18th century

Antique Directoire period chest of drawers in walnut - Italy 18th century

Located in Atlanta, GA

This elegant chest of drawers from the Directoire period, crafted in solid walnut, dates to the late 18th century and originates from Italy’s Veneto region, a hub of refined furnitur...

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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Walnut

Directoire Period French Semainier
Directoire Period French Semainier

Directoire Period French Semainier

Located in Austin, TX

French “semainier” from the Directoire period. This cabinet features 7 dovetailed drawers (one for each day of the week, “semaine” means week in French). The Semainier was crafted in...

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1820s French Antique Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Carrara Marble, Bronze

French Louis XVI Directoire Solid Cherry Brass Mounted Commode C. 1950s
French Louis XVI Directoire Solid Cherry Brass Mounted Commode C. 1950s

French Louis XVI Directoire Solid Cherry Brass Mounted Commode C. 1950s

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

Measures: 32 tall x 49.25 wide x 19 deep. It is a sturdy thing, this commode — built not for ornament alone, but for service. This handsome solid cherry French Directoire or Louis XVI style commode, crafted in the mid-20th century, carries the disciplined lines of late 18th century France into a later age. It stands square and confident, its proportions balanced, its surface worn just enough to remind you that furniture, like people, gathers character through use. The form is unmistakably Directoire in spirit — clean geometry, restrained decoration, and an emphasis on proportion rather than flourish. The three small upper drawers sit above two broad lower drawers, creating a symmetrical façade that feels ordered and calm. Each drawer is framed with subtle molding, the edges outlined in fine detailing that speaks to traditional craftsmanship. Round brass pulls and key escutcheons punctuate the cherry fronts with quiet dignity. The solid cherry wood glows in warm reddish tones, the grain running like gentle currents across the drawer faces. Time has left small marks and surface wear — honest evidence of decades lived — but the wood remains strong and true. Cherry has always been valued for its durability and depth of color, and here it lends the piece both substance and warmth. It is a material that ages well, deepening rather than fading. Fluted corner posts rise vertically at each side, echoing classical columns and anchoring the design firmly in the Louis XVI neoclassical tradition. The tapered legs descend with restraint, ending in simple brass-capped feet that lift the case just slightly from the floor. There is no excess here — no Rococo exuberance — only the measured discipline that defined French design at the close of the 18th century and inspired revival pieces for generations after. As a mid-century French cherry commode...

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Mid-20th Century Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Fine SHALLOW DEPTH Maison Jansen Style Directoire Marble Top Mahogany Sideboard
Fine SHALLOW DEPTH Maison Jansen Style Directoire Marble Top Mahogany Sideboard

Fine SHALLOW DEPTH Maison Jansen Style Directoire Marble Top Mahogany Sideboard

By Maison Jansen

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

Elegant Maison Jansen Style Bronze-Mounted Mahogany and Marble-Top Sideboard – 20th Century Neoclassical Excellence This superb Maison Jansen–style sideboard is a masterclass in ref...

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1960s French Vintage Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Marble, Brass

Baker French Directoire Style Walnut and Marble Top Canted Corners Sideboard
Baker French Directoire Style Walnut and Marble Top Canted Corners Sideboard

Baker French Directoire Style Walnut and Marble Top Canted Corners Sideboard

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This refined Baker Furniture French Directoire style sideboard exemplifies timeless elegance and craftsmanship. Constructed from fine walnut, the cabinet features clean neoclassical ...

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1970s American Vintage Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Marble

French Directoire Style Vitrine and Bookcase in Solid Oak
French Directoire Style Vitrine and Bookcase in Solid Oak

French Directoire Style Vitrine and Bookcase in Solid Oak

Located in Landivy, FR

This Vitrine is a handmade reproduction of the French Directoire style at the end of the 18th century. This period is remarkable with its straight, classical and timeless lines. T...

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2010s French Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Cherry, Oak

Italian Directoire style chest of drawers in wood, 1930s
Italian Directoire style chest of drawers in wood, 1930s

Italian Directoire style chest of drawers in wood, 1930s

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian Directoire style chest of drawers in wood, 1930s Chest of drawers with a rectangular top, in wood. The two wooden drawers have inside beige paper and round brass handles. The...

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1930s Italian Vintage Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Signed Maison Jansen Carrara Shallow Marble Top Flame Mahogany Sideboard Buffet
Signed Maison Jansen Carrara Shallow Marble Top Flame Mahogany Sideboard Buffet

Signed Maison Jansen Carrara Shallow Marble Top Flame Mahogany Sideboard Buffet

By Maison Jansen

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This signed Maison Jansen Carrara marble top sideboard buffet is a refined example of French craftsmanship, seamlessly blending neoclassical elegance with timeless modern appeal. Des...

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1950s Argentine Vintage Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Carrara Marble

Theodore Alexander English Style Demilune Commode Chest of Drawers
Theodore Alexander English Style Demilune Commode Chest of Drawers

Theodore Alexander English Style Demilune Commode Chest of Drawers

By Theodore Alexander

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

Dimensions - H: 36 in W: 54 in D: 24 in Elevate your interior with the timeless elegance of this Theodore Alexander English Style Commode or Chest of Drawers—a luxurious blend of classic design, superior craftsmanship, and practical storage. Expertly handcrafted, this exquisite piece reflects the rich heritage of English furniture, making it a standout addition to any traditional, transitional, or vintage-inspired space. This heirloom-quality commode features a single upper drawer, ideal for storing smaller essentials such as keys, cutlery, or accessories. Below, three doored storage compartments offer generous space for organizing larger items like linens, books, or household necessities—perfect for enhancing organization in your living room, dining room, bedroom, or entryway. The piece is adorned with solid brass hardware, elegantly aged for an authentic antique look. The brass pulls and hinges not only add a refined touch but also ensure long-lasting durability and smooth functionality. Adding to its unique versatility, the commode includes convenient side pullout trays—perfect for use as additional serving space, a writing surface, or for displaying décor when needed. These trays slide neatly back into the body of the chest, preserving its sleek, classic silhouette when not in use. Crafted from the finest materials and finished in a hand-rubbed wood tone that highlights its natural grain, this Theodore Alexander chest...

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Late 20th Century Philippine Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

French Directoire style 3-door hand-crafted buffet in solid cherry wood
French Directoire style 3-door hand-crafted buffet in solid cherry wood

French Directoire style 3-door hand-crafted buffet in solid cherry wood

Located in Landivy, FR

This 3-door buffet is a craft handed reproduction of the world-renowned French Directoire style, which dates back to the end of the 18th century. This range is characterized by stra...

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2010s French Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

French 19th Century Directoire Roll Top Secretary
French 19th Century Directoire Roll Top Secretary

French 19th Century Directoire Roll Top Secretary

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A stately French Directoire roll top secretary. This massive desk is over six feet long and four feet tall with a grey marble top. Directly beneath the marble are three drawers with ...

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19th Century French Antique Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Marble, Brass

Floral Painted Alpine Chest of Drawers 1810 ca
Floral Painted Alpine Chest of Drawers 1810 ca

Floral Painted Alpine Chest of Drawers 1810 ca

Located in Vo', Veneto

Tyrolean Chest of Drawers Dated 1840 Wood Type: Fir Period: 1840 Origin: Tyrol Dimensions: Height - 91 cm Width - 144 cm Depth - 65 cm Des...

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1840s Italian Antique Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Fir

Shallow Depth Baker Furniture Directoire Figured Walnut Directoire Sideboard
Shallow Depth Baker Furniture Directoire Figured Walnut Directoire Sideboard

Shallow Depth Baker Furniture Directoire Figured Walnut Directoire Sideboard

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

Elevate your home with this timeless Baker Furniture Company French Directoire Style Sideboard, expertly crafted in rich fiddle-back walnut. A distinguished example of Baker’s commit...

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1950s American Vintage Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Walnut

Sophisticated French Directoire Style 1930s era French Vitrine Marble Top
Sophisticated French Directoire Style 1930s era French Vitrine Marble Top

Sophisticated French Directoire Style 1930s era French Vitrine Marble Top

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This sophisticated French Directoire style vitrine from the 1930s exudes refined elegance and timeless charm, making it an exceptional addition to any interior. Crafted with meticulo...

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1930s French Vintage Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Carrara Marble

Fantastic Baker Furniture Company Directore Jansen Style Mahogany Brass Commode
Fantastic Baker Furniture Company Directore Jansen Style Mahogany Brass Commode

Fantastic Baker Furniture Company Directore Jansen Style Mahogany Brass Commode

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This is a gorgeous Baker 1950s commode with the styling of Maison Jansen is absolutely quintessential Baker of the 1950s and is in good vintage condition. The brass ormolu and beauti...

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1950s American Vintage Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Antique French BlackLouis XVI Bookcase or China Cabinet c1800's Nicely Restored
Antique French BlackLouis XVI Bookcase or China Cabinet c1800's Nicely Restored

Antique French BlackLouis XVI Bookcase or China Cabinet c1800's Nicely Restored

Located in BENSENVILLE, IL

Beautifully Restored Antique French Bookcase or possible China Cabinet from the 1800's. The style seems to blend between Louis XVI with hints of Directoire. The black paint is accent...

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1890s French Antique Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Glass, Wood, Paint

Antique French Painted Corner Cabinet, Lined in French Toile Fabric
Antique French Painted Corner Cabinet, Lined in French Toile Fabric

Antique French Painted Corner Cabinet, Lined in French Toile Fabric

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

Late 19th, Early 20th c painted French corner cabinet, in two pieces. The upper piece may have been added at a later date (20th c). This cabinet features striking carved and curved d...

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Early 20th Century French Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Large 19th Century French Directoire Period Painted Bookcase or Display Cabinet
Large 19th Century French Directoire Period Painted Bookcase or Display Cabinet

Large 19th Century French Directoire Period Painted Bookcase or Display Cabinet

Located in Birmingham, AL

This exceptional mid-19th century French Directoire period painted bookcase or display cabinet from Gordes, circa early 1800s, embodies the elegance and craftsmanship of its era. Han...

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1860s French Antique Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

French Antique Style Dresser
French Antique Style Dresser

French Antique Style Dresser

Located in Westwood, NJ

In a dark walnut finish with a molded edge rectangular top, nine paneled drawers with lozenge detailing motifs, antiqued pewter handles, with a fluted base and raised on square taper...

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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Exceptional Brass Inlaid French Directoire Beveled Mirrored Armoire TV Cabinet
Exceptional Brass Inlaid French Directoire Beveled Mirrored Armoire TV Cabinet

Exceptional Brass Inlaid French Directoire Beveled Mirrored Armoire TV Cabinet

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This exceptional French Directoire style brass inlaid armoire, featuring beveled mirrored doors, is a stunning 19th/20th-century piece that seamlessly blends elegance, utility, and t...

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Early 1900s French Antique Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Pair of 20th Century French Corner Cupboards
Pair of 20th Century French Corner Cupboards

Pair of 20th Century French Corner Cupboards

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

Pair of 20th Century French simulated mahogany corner cupboards. Of lovely scale and proportions, these cupboards exhibit the most wonderful original rich patina. The top section fea...

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Early 20th Century French Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Fine Quaity Walnut French Louis XVI Directoire Brass Trimmed Marble Top Dresser
Fine Quaity Walnut French Louis XVI Directoire Brass Trimmed Marble Top Dresser

Fine Quaity Walnut French Louis XVI Directoire Brass Trimmed Marble Top Dresser

By Maison Jansen

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This fine quality French Louis XVI Directoire style dresser, crafted from walnut and accented with brass trim, is a sophisticated example of late 18th-century inspired design. Topped...

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1940s French Vintage Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Carrara Marble, Brass

French Directoire Style Paint Decorated Two Drawer Baker Commode Dresser
French Directoire Style Paint Decorated Two Drawer Baker Commode Dresser

French Directoire Style Paint Decorated Two Drawer Baker Commode Dresser

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This exquisite French Directoire style commode dresser by Baker Furniture showcases refined elegance and timeless craftsmanship. Featuring a beautifully paint-decorated finish in sof...

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1960s American Vintage Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Walnut

Maison Jansen Style Directoire Style  Marble Top Two Door Cabinet Commode Buffet
Maison Jansen Style Directoire Style  Marble Top Two Door Cabinet Commode Buffet

Maison Jansen Style Directoire Style Marble Top Two Door Cabinet Commode Buffet

By Maison Jansen

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This Maison Jansen style Directoire marble top commode buffet is a fine example of understated French elegance and timeless versatility. The cabinet features a beautifully veined ori...

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1950s French Vintage Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Breccia Marble

French Directoire style 3-door sideboard in solid cherry wood
French Directoire style 3-door sideboard in solid cherry wood

French Directoire style 3-door sideboard in solid cherry wood

Located in Landivy, FR

This 3 doors sideboard is a craft handed reproduction of the world-renowned French Directoire style, which dates back to the end of the 18th century. This range is characterized by straight, sober, timeless lines, sometimes enhanced by decorative motifs such as fluting, diamonds or Louis XVI rings...

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2010s French Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Pair Directoire Bronze Mounted Figural Marble Top Kingwood Nightstands Commodes
Pair Directoire Bronze Mounted Figural Marble Top Kingwood Nightstands Commodes

Pair Directoire Bronze Mounted Figural Marble Top Kingwood Nightstands Commodes

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This pair of Directoire bronze mounted figural marble top kingwood nightstands commodes represents the height of French craftsmanship and timeless design. Beautifully constructed in ...

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1940s French Vintage Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Marble, Bronze

Pair of Chinoiserie Maison Jansen Attributed French Directoire Commodes
Pair of Chinoiserie Maison Jansen Attributed French Directoire Commodes

Pair of Chinoiserie Maison Jansen Attributed French Directoire Commodes

By Maison Jansen

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This rare and elegant pair of French Directoire commodes, attributed to the esteemed design house Maison Jansen, exemplifies the refined artistry of early 20th-century European furni...

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1940s French Vintage Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

French Directoire Louis XVI Demilune Shape Marble Top Marble Top Console Table
French Directoire Louis XVI Demilune Shape Marble Top Marble Top Console Table

French Directoire Louis XVI Demilune Shape Marble Top Marble Top Console Table

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This elegant French Directoire Louis XVI demilune console table embodies the refined neoclassical style of the late 18th to early 19th century. Crafted with precision, the piece feat...

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Early 1900s French Antique Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Carrara Marble, Brass

French Directoire Style Library Cabinet in solid Cherry wood, Handcrafted
French Directoire Style Library Cabinet in solid Cherry wood, Handcrafted

French Directoire Style Library Cabinet in solid Cherry wood, Handcrafted

Located in Landivy, FR

This 3 doors bookcase is a handmade reproduction of the French Directoire Style at the end of the 18th century. This period style is remarkable with its straight, classical and timel...

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2010s French Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Glass, Wood, Cherry, Oak, Lacquer

Signed Maison Jansen Mahogany Louis XVI Directoire Marble Top Commode Dresser
Signed Maison Jansen Mahogany Louis XVI Directoire Marble Top Commode Dresser

Signed Maison Jansen Mahogany Louis XVI Directoire Marble Top Commode Dresser

By Maison Jansen

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This exquisite signed Maison Jansen commode dresser is a superb example of fine French craftsmanship blending Louis XVI and Directoire style influences. Featuring a sleek mahogany bo...

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1950s French Vintage Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Marble, Brass

Antique Directoire Commode by Emile Noël Malle, France, 1795
Antique Directoire Commode by Emile Noël Malle, France, 1795

Antique Directoire Commode by Emile Noël Malle, France, 1795

Located in Bruxelles, BE

Elégante commode sauteuse à deux tiroirs en bois de rose surmontée d'un marbre gris Saint-Anne. La marqueterie est faite de placage de la même essence posé en frisage et opposition ...

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1790s French Antique Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Marble

18th Century French Directoire Enfilade Made From Walnut
18th Century French Directoire Enfilade Made From Walnut

18th Century French Directoire Enfilade Made From Walnut

Located in High Point, NC

18th century walnut Directoire enfilade from France. The top is made from the most gorgeous matched grain planks, and banded as well to prevent shrinkage over the years. The top fo...

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18th Century French Antique Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Walnut

1-door Directoire style cupboard in solid wood
1-door Directoire style cupboard in solid wood

1-door Directoire style cupboard in solid wood

Located in Landivy, FR

This wooden closet is offered in solid French cherrywood and is also available in oak. The hanging bar is fixed under a wooden shelf. This shelf is height-adjustable on a wooden rack. The oval entrance and key are in brass and fitted with a lock. The finish proposed here is a classic cherrywood "D" stain, with a natural varnish on the diamond and fluted fronts. The finish of every GONTIER cabinet is customizable. You can choose the wood stains and colors you prefer (see last pictures) MÉLANIE Collection This cupboard part of the MÉLANIE collection, a modern interpretation of the French Directoire style of the late 18th century. The straight, classic and timeless lines are embellished with rhombuses...

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2010s French Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood, Cherry

Late 18th-Century Italian Directoire Walnut Chest of Drawers — Emilia Romagna
Late 18th-Century Italian Directoire Walnut Chest of Drawers — Emilia Romagna

Late 18th-Century Italian Directoire Walnut Chest of Drawers — Emilia Romagna

Located in Atlanta, GA

An elegant Italian Directoire chest of drawers from the late 18th century, originating from the Emilia Romagna region and crafted entirely in solid walnut. This refined piece reflect...

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18th Century Italian Antique Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Walnut

Pair of French Provencal Directoire Style Commodes
Pair of French Provencal Directoire Style Commodes

Pair of French Provencal Directoire Style Commodes

By Maison Jansen

Located in Kilmarnock, VA

A rustic yet handsome pair of 1950s Italian fruitwood chests crafted in the French Provincial Directoire style. With their clean lines, tapering legs, and restrained neoclassical det...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Fruitwood

Directoire Bureau a Cylindre - France, circa 1800, Mahogany Secretaire or Desk
Directoire Bureau a Cylindre - France, circa 1800, Mahogany Secretaire or Desk

Directoire Bureau a Cylindre - France, circa 1800, Mahogany Secretaire or Desk

Located in Greven, DE

Desk with mirror attachment - Bureau à cylindre France Mahogany Directoire circa 1800 Dimensions: H x W x D: 149 x 97 x 50 cm Description: Top-mounted desk standing on tapered rou...

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Early 1800s French Antique Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Marble, Brass

Fine Quality 6 Drawer French Brass Bound Marble Top Louis XVI Tall Dresser
Fine Quality 6 Drawer French Brass Bound Marble Top Louis XVI Tall Dresser

Fine Quality 6 Drawer French Brass Bound Marble Top Louis XVI Tall Dresser

By Maison Jansen

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This fine quality French Louis XVI style tall dresser showcases timeless elegance and superior craftsmanship. Featuring a six-drawer design, this stately piece provides ample storage...

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1920s French Vintage Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Carrara Marble, Brass

French Directoire style minister's desk in solid wood with leather pad
French Directoire style minister's desk in solid wood with leather pad

French Directoire style minister's desk in solid wood with leather pad

Located in Landivy, FR

This minister's desk with 5-drawers is a craft-handed reproduction of the world-renowned French Directoire style, which dates back to the end of the 18th century. This range is char...

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2010s French Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

French Directoire Style Commode
French Directoire Style Commode

French Directoire Style Commode

Located in Bridgeport, CT

French Directore style commode with three short over two long recessed panel drawers. The center drawer with a working key pull lock, others with drop pull hardware. The sides with r...

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20th Century French Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Signed Maison Jansen Mahogany and Marble Top Commode Dresser
Signed Maison Jansen Mahogany and Marble Top Commode Dresser

Signed Maison Jansen Mahogany and Marble Top Commode Dresser

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This Maison Jansen signed mahogany and marble top commode dresser embodies the epitome of French neoclassical design. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this high-quality d...

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1950s French Vintage Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Marble, Brass

Late 18th Century Directoire Provençal Oak Commode
Late 18th Century Directoire Provençal Oak Commode

Late 18th Century Directoire Provençal Oak Commode

Located in High Point, NC

Wonderful late 18th century Director commode in oak. This commode is of excellent scale. the top is made from three planks, and follows down to raised paneled sides for added desig...

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Late 18th Century French Antique Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

19th c. Venetian Painted Secretary
19th c. Venetian Painted Secretary

19th c. Venetian Painted Secretary

Located in New Orleans, LA

Fantastic Italian Venetian Painted secretary/cabinet. This piece has a wonderful color palette but I believe that was done in the early 20th...

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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Antique French Directoire Glazed Cabinet with Crossed Water-Gilded Arrows
Antique French Directoire Glazed Cabinet with Crossed Water-Gilded Arrows

Antique French Directoire Glazed Cabinet with Crossed Water-Gilded Arrows

Located in BENSENVILLE, IL

About as original as can be, this stellar antique only received a minimal amount of conservation in our highly regarded workshop. Constructed of exotic rosewood, the case packs quite...

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1860s French Antique Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Gold

Early 19th Century Italian Painted Buffet
Early 19th Century Italian Painted Buffet

Early 19th Century Italian Painted Buffet

Located in New Orleans, LA

Beautiful 18th century Italian Tuscan Buffet. The Painted Images and the Vibrant Colors make this piece a standout. It is a very large storage piece...

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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

French Louis XVI Directoire Style Brass Mounted White Marble Top Commode
French Louis XVI Directoire Style Brass Mounted White Marble Top Commode

French Louis XVI Directoire Style Brass Mounted White Marble Top Commode

By Maison Jansen

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

Dimensions - H: 30 1/2 IN W: 41 1/4 IN D: 18 1/2 IN An elegant and classically proportioned French Louis XVI Directoire style commode, distinguished by its refined neoclassical sil...

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1940s French Vintage Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Carrara Marble, Metal, Brass

Custom-Made Mahogany Carved French Directoire Style Gilded Sideboard Buffet
Custom-Made Mahogany Carved French Directoire Style Gilded Sideboard Buffet

Custom-Made Mahogany Carved French Directoire Style Gilded Sideboard Buffet

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This custom-made French Directoire style sideboard buffet is a superb example of fine craftsmanship, blending timeless design with modern utility. Constructed from rich mahogany, thi...

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1990s European Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mahogany

French Directoire style minister's desk in solid wood
French Directoire style minister's desk in solid wood

French Directoire style minister's desk in solid wood

Located in Landivy, FR

This minister's desk with 5-drawers is a craft-handed reproduction of the world-renowned French Directoire style, which dates back to the end of the 18th century. This range is char...

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2010s French Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Custom Made Old Plank Directoire Style Bookcase in Stock Floor Model Reduced
Custom Made Old Plank Directoire Style Bookcase in Stock Floor Model Reduced

Custom Made Old Plank Directoire Style Bookcase in Stock Floor Model Reduced

Located in BENSENVILLE, IL

Handmade Country French style glazed bookcase, display cabinet or china cabinet. Our Directoire style bookcase or china cabinet was hand-crafted right here in our Old Plank workshop....

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2010s American Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paint

Directoire French Ebonized Buffet, Circa 1910
Directoire French Ebonized Buffet, Circa 1910

Directoire French Ebonized Buffet, Circa 1910

Located in Austin, TX

Buffet from France in the Directoire style. This piece is circa 1910. It is made of solid wood construction, primarily cherry-wood. There are four doors that feature detailed brass h...

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1910s French Vintage Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Pair of Hand Painted Blue and White Directoire Style Commodes
Pair of Hand Painted Blue and White Directoire Style Commodes

Pair of Hand Painted Blue and White Directoire Style Commodes

Located in Dallas, TX

More information coming soon… The Neoclassical form of this pair of commodes, paired with the subtle, minimalist carvings, is a hallmark of Directoire-style furniture. The two tier...

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21st Century and Contemporary Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal, Brass

Pair of Directoire Style Étagères
Pair of Directoire Style Étagères

Pair of Directoire Style Étagères

Located in New York, NY

Pair of Directoire style mahogany étagères or bookcases. Has brass pineapple finials at the top.

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1960s Vintage Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mahogany

French Directoire Period Buffet
French Directoire Period Buffet

French Directoire Period Buffet

Located in Austin, TX

Buffet from France from the Directoire period; the piece was in the main Salon of a famous French Restaurant in Vienne (Rhone Valley) ”La Pyramide.”  This architectural sideboar...

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1830s French Antique Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Bronze

Directoire Louis XVI Style Bronze and Brass Trimmed Beveled Mirror Armoire
Directoire Louis XVI Style Bronze and Brass Trimmed Beveled Mirror Armoire

Directoire Louis XVI Style Bronze and Brass Trimmed Beveled Mirror Armoire

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

Measures 96.25 tall x 63 wide x 22 inches deep. Armoire does completely breakdown into smaller more managable sections for delivery. One finds oneself, quite unexpectedly, in the p...

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Early 20th Century French Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass, Bronze

Directoire case pieces and storage cabinets for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Directoire case pieces and storage cabinets for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage case pieces and storage cabinets created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include case pieces and storage cabinets, tables, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Directoire case pieces and storage cabinets made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original case pieces and storage cabinets, popular names associated with this style include Maison Jansen, Decca, Baker Furniture Company, and Europa Antiques. 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 case pieces and storage cabinets differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $1,000 and tops out at $53,399 while the average work can sell for $5,973.