Directoire Furniture

Directoire/Napoleon III style desk composed of one large center and two side dovetailed drawers. The right drawer has a divided back section with an inset tray and a horizontal panel...

A fine pair of early to mid 20th century French gilt bronze and malachite topped gueridon cigarette tables.

A mid 20th century Directoire-style daybed in silvered giltwood, featuring carved star motifs above turned legs. The frame retains a softly aged patina and is upholstered in a geomet...

We are proud to present a true masterpiece of French cabinetmaking: a monumental dining or banquet table, redefined by an exceptional sandblasted finish. This piece is a masterclass ...

A refined 18th century Emilian Louis XVI chest of drawers in walnut, this elegant piece reflects the sophisticated cabinetmaking traditions of Emilia. The façade is beautifully arran...

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...

18th Century French Directoire Mahogany Table withItalian Black marble top. Gorgeous piece purchased in France. Age appropriate wear, message us with questions.

Elegant Louis XVI style bureau plat crafted in mahogany, dating to the mid-20th century and inspired by late 18th-century French Directoire design. The desk features clean architectu...

This impressive French Directoire style wall mirror is a striking statement piece that blends classical elegance with timeless craftsmanship. Featuring a bold dark wood frame accente...

Set of six sidechairs raised on circular front legs and square curved back legs, backrest with carved pierced latticework, the intersections of which are decorated with stylised rosettes, the top rail curved backwards. All side chairs are upholstered with elegant yellow / golden paisley pattern jacquard fabric by RUBELLI. The set of 6 Directoire side chairs with its shape "à l'Étrusque" and its characteristic backrest design is closely related to chairs made by Georges Jacob (1739-1814): Georges Jacob was one of the most prominent Parisian chair...

Explore a stunning late eighteenth-century Directoire Period architect’s desk crafted from figured mahogany. This exquisite piece features an adjustable green leather-lined writing surface with a hidden double rising system. Flanked by a pair of convenient pull-out slides and one long drawer, the desk opens to reveal an additional writing surface and sliding pen tray. Elevated on round tapering legs, this architect's table, also known as "table à la Tronchin...

This sophisticated pair of églomisé brass and glass end tables embodies the timeless glamour of mid-century French luxury design. Inspired by the celebrated work of Maison Jansen and other elite Parisian decorating houses of the 1940s through the 1970s, these elegant two-tier tables seamlessly combine refined brass construction with beautifully aged verre églomisé mirrored glass, creating an exceptional balance of classical form and understated sophistication. Their clean architectural lines and luxurious materials allow them to complement both traditional and contemporary interiors with effortless grace. Each table is meticulously constructed with a brass frame featuring slender cylindrical legs terminating in delicate ball feet and capped with matching brass finials at each corner. The restrained geometry reflects the influence of French Neoclassical design while maintaining the simplicity that made Maison Jansen furniture so highly sought after by collectors, interior designers, and prestigious residences throughout the twentieth century. The defining feature of these remarkable tables is their stunning églomisé glass surfaces. Verre églomisé is a centuries-old decorative technique in which gold or silver leaf, painted decoration, or mirrored finishes are applied to the reverse side of glass, creating extraordinary depth and luminous visual interest. On these tables, both the upper and lower shelves feature beautifully antiqued mirrored glass panels framed with delicate geometric borders. The naturally developed patina, with its subtle oxidation and cloud-like variations, lends each surface tremendous character while enhancing the romantic elegance associated with antique mirrored furnishings. Unlike newly manufactured mirrored furniture, the aged églomisé glass possesses a richness and authenticity that cannot be artificially replicated. Every variation in the mirrored finish tells the story of decades of graceful aging, resulting in surfaces that reflect light softly while contributing warmth and texture to an interior. The beautifully distressed appearance has become one of the most desirable characteristics among collectors of fine decorative furniture. The brass framework has acquired a mellow, golden patina that complements the antiqued mirror beautifully. Rather than exhibiting a highly polished finish, the brass displays the soft luster expected from quality vintage pieces, highlighting the careful craftsmanship and allowing the materials themselves to become the focal point. The elegant proportions, balanced construction, and restrained ornamentation make these tables remarkably versatile in a wide variety of decorating styles. Ideal as end tables flanking a sofa, beside a pair of lounge chairs, or serving as sophisticated bedside tables, these versatile pieces also function beautifully in an entryway, library, formal living room, or luxurious dressing room. The lower shelf provides additional space for displaying decorative objects, books, art glass, or fine porcelain while maintaining the open and airy appearance created by the slender brass supports. Their classic French styling allows them to blend effortlessly with Louis XVI, Directoire, Hollywood Regency, Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco, Contemporary, and Transitional interiors. Whether paired with upholstered seating, antique case pieces, or modern furnishings, these tables introduce elegance without overwhelming a space. Condition is very good overall, exhibiting age-appropriate wear consistent with vintage brass and églomisé furniture...

Maison Jansen French style coffee table. Table has X-stretcher to the sides, with brass and chrome frame. Top and bottom tiers have two pairs...

Antique 18th C Side Chairs W Flemish Tapestry Textile

Introduce organic elegance and sculptural sophistication to your living space with this Gilt Metal Baguès Faux Bois Tree Branch Asymmetric Form Smoked Glass Coffee Table. Inspired by...

This extraordinary Maison Jansen console table exemplifies the refined elegance and neoclassical precision of the Directoire style. Beautifully crafted and signed by Maison Jansen, t...

Directoire style desk with cylinder top, France 19th century Mahogany veneer with satinwood inlays. This elegant little desk is perfect for a small working space. The writing top fo...

A magnificent 18th century French giltwood trumeau mirror in the style of Louis XVI, the thick rococo carvings around the (French gray) painted frame appear even more theatrical unde...

A nice 19th century walnut directory Gondola chair from Italy restored and re-upholstered Measure cm: H 76\40 W 53 D 51.

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...

Lovely painted Directoire style French window bench. Nicely carved and painted bench with light blue upholstered seat. Very versatile.

Amazing mahogany crescent-shaped table from the Directoire period, late 18th century. It rests on pilastered legs topped with wooden pads. Elegant and timeless half-moon gaming table...

A refined French commode in the Directoire style dating to circa 1850, featuring elegant clean lines and beautifully balanced proportions. The restrained neoclassical design reflects...

Stately French Directoire and Empire inspired Pedestal or Sculpture Stand. Made from hardwood with a crackle lacquer finish. Features three intricate downswept swan supports leading to an acanthus scrolled foot over a tripod base. Finish is a reddish brown with black crackle lines. The tables large stature allows for use as a pub bar table...

Chic and understatedly elegant set of four Directoire-style rectangular walnut mirrors, from the 1940s. The corners are embellished with a simple diamond-shape ebonized wood cabochon...

An early 19th Century French Directoire Period commode made of solid cherry wood with yellow pine as a secondary wood. Unusual form with serpentine sides. Rounded fluted front corner...

Comprised of six side chairs all painted and of pegged construction. Having rosette and diamond carved crests above pierced splats and upholstered seats, all supported by turned tape...

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...

An Italian monumental sized bureau with flap dating back to the second half of 18th century. Three deep drawers and a fall-front opening to reveal a fitted interior with six small dr...

A beautifully hand crafted Directoire Drop leaf table with Brass Sabot's / wheels. Easily moved from one room to another. The practical size is perfect for a small space as it can ...

This flame mahogany Louis XVI-style flip-top game table is a stunning example of neoclassical craftsmanship, offering both beauty and functionality. The elegant design features bronz...

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...

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...

Elegant Pair of Demilune Cabinets, 1800 Discover this beautifully refinished pair of Demilune cabinets, crafted in France around 1800. These rare, matching cabinets feature mahogany ...

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...

Refined and compact, this Maison Jansen–attributed Directoire-style desk from the 1950s showcases timeless French elegance in a scaled-down form ideal for a lady’s writing table or c...

Chest of drawers, French, made of mahogany that has been ebonized and finished with a lustrous French polish. This piece has three dovetailed drawers and gilt brass handles. The clea...

Enhance your interior with this distinguished 1940s French Bronze Mounted Marble Top Sideboard, a striking blend of function and refined elegance. This vintage sideboard showcases a ...

This French Directoire round giltwood and ebonized wall mirror is a striking example of neoclassical elegance blended with timeless French craftsmanship. Featuring a beautifully bala...

This rare French bergère chair dates from the late 18th century, during the elegant transitional period between the Louis XVI and Directoire styles. Crafted from solid beechwood, the...

Bring timeless French elegance to your dining space with this exceptional set of French Directoire style shield back dining chairs. Beautifully crafted with distressed painted wood f...

This pair of French Directoire style armchairs dates to the 19th century and is crafted in fruitwood, a material widely used in French seating for its fine grain, warm tone, and abil...

A majestic French 19th century Directoire fauteuil armchair in charming patinated finish that reveals at least three layers of different colors painted over the carved wood frame. Th...

This is a superb, extremely rare pair of Directoire bronze and malachite which has for centuries been a stone that is believed to protect against negative energies from the spiritual...

A Directoire Mahogany Bergère Attributed to Georges Jacob, its curved back and padded armrests with finely carved baluster-shaped supports raised on turned front legs and sabre back legs. With a spurious Jacob stamp to back rail. The term "Directoire" refers to a historical period following the French Revolution (1789) and preceding the First Empire when Napoleon reigned, but also to a style of furniture and decoration covering a longer period from 1789 to 1804. It is characterized by the production of furniture with simplified forms and ornaments, inspired by antique decorations. The profound social and political upheavals that marked this period had a direct impact on the production of Directoire furniture. The stripping down of furniture pieces, which had begun in the 1780s under the influence of Greek art, was accentuated during this period. The abolition of guilds by the revolutionaries also forced manufacturers in the Faubourg Saint-Antoine to simplify shapes and materials. Elegant and graceful, the furniture is generally small-scale. They retain the Louis XVI structure. The Directoire style adopts clean shapes, straight lines, simple curves, flat surfaces and right angles. Lines accentuate geometric shapes inspired by Antiquity. A typical trait is the pronounced rolled-over back, similar to a scroll illustrated in our bergere, evocative of the klismos chair. Only the more luxurious pieces of furniture use mahogany, an exotic and expensive wood. Despite his humble origins, Georges Jacob rose to become one of the most renowned menuisiers of his day. Unlike many artisans who joined their fathers or brothers in the middle-class family trade of furniture making, Jacob was from a peasant family and moved to Paris at sixteen to begin his career. He apprenticed in a joinery workshop and eventually became a master in 1765. He developed a reputation for producing inventive designs for chairs, beds, and screens carved with such motifs as twisted ribbons, guilloches, beading, and fluting. Jacob's reputation grew quickly, eventually spreading outside France; the future King George IV of England, Gustavus III of Sweden, and several German princes...

Add a touch of Parisian sophistication to your interior with this Diminutive Size Maison Jansen Style Brass, Steel, and Glass Directoire Coffee Table. Exuding the refined elegance th...

Opulent set of six mahogany French dining chairs made in the transitional directoire pre-Empire taste. The chairs feature gracefully curv...

This elegant Italian bedside table dates to the early 19th century and reflects the clean, architectural lines of the Directoire period. Expertly crafted from solid walnut, the piece...

This rare brass and steel ebonized writing desk in the style of John Vesey showcases a striking blend of modern sophistication and timeless craftsmanship. Designed with an eye for bo...

Extremely rare late 17th century museum quality giltwood fireplace screen. Features exceptional interlaced fretwork between ornately fluted columns mounted by pinecone finials. Inc...

Elegant French hall lantern crafted in solid brass with beveled glass panels and refined details in the Directoire taste. The lantern is built around a light and graceful architectu...

A French Directoire chest of drawers, late 18th or early 19th century, in carved, painted and patinated wood, with a grey marble top, fluted carving decoration on the sides and geome...

This elegant brass and steel gueridon table reflects the refined design sensibilities of the Maison Jansen style, blending neoclassical inspiration with modern sophistication. Featur...

This exquisite 19th Century Walnut Directoire Table embodies the elegance and refinement of the French Directoire period. With its clean lines, subtle detailing, and timeless craftsm...

And of unusual ( rare ) large dimensions. Matching bolsters for each end. Well worn gilt and paint finish and losses to frame. Well worn paint and gilded finish. Oxidation to the gi...

Vintage Italian Directoire X-Back Wrought Iron Acorn Finial Dining Set - 7 Pc Set. Listing includes (6) side chairs, (1) rectangular table with faux marble gray laminated top. Set ha...

French 18th century Directoire bed.

Vintage Directoire-style accent table, by Drexel, having an ivory painted finish showing natural wear. Its round top over an apron containing a slide, raised on a trio of sabre legs....

This night stand is a handmade and modernized interpretation of the French Directoire style at the end of the 18th century. This period is remarkable with its straight, classical a...

A French Directoire style walnut console table from the 19th century with folding top, two leaves, single drawer, tapered legs and brown patina. Created in France during the 19th cen...