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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
Mid-20th Century French Gates
Mid-20th Century French Gates

Mid-20th Century French Gates

$5,440Sale Price / set|20% Off

Mid-20th Century French Gates

Located in Stockbridge, GA

Mid-20th century French Director style iron gates. There are 5 gates connected to each other.

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Mid-20th Century French Directoire Furniture

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Iron

Pair of Directoire Style Painted Armchairs
Pair of Directoire Style Painted Armchairs

Pair of Directoire Style Painted Armchairs

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

Pair of painted Directoire style balloon back armchairs, late 20th century. With a balloon back, back splat, an upholstered seat cushion, resting on turned tapered fluted legs. From ...

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Late 20th Century Directoire Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Paint

Pair of Directoire Style Bronze Tables with Pietra Dura Marble Top, French
Pair of Directoire Style Bronze Tables with Pietra Dura Marble Top, French

Pair of Directoire Style Bronze Tables with Pietra Dura Marble Top, French

Located in El Monte, CA

Outstanding pair of French Directoire style bronze round tables with semi precious gemstone (malachite, lapis lazuli, carnelian, agate, etc.) inlaid ...

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Late 20th Century Directoire Furniture

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Marble, Bronze

Pair of Directoire Style Mahogany Floral Brocade Silk Upholstered Armchairs
Pair of Directoire Style Mahogany Floral Brocade Silk Upholstered Armchairs

Pair of Directoire Style Mahogany Floral Brocade Silk Upholstered Armchairs

Located in Germantown, MD

A Pair of Directoire Style Mahogany Floral Brocade Silk Upholstered Armchairs Measures 23" in width , 24" in width, 37.5" in height. Seat height is 19" and low arm height is 21".

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Late 20th Century American Directoire Furniture

Materials

Mahogany, Silk

Pair of Carrara Marble Top & Ormolu Mounted End Tables, attrib. to Maison Jansen
Pair of Carrara Marble Top & Ormolu Mounted End Tables, attrib. to Maison Jansen

Pair of Carrara Marble Top & Ormolu Mounted End Tables, attrib. to Maison Jansen

By Maison Jansen

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This pair of Carrara marble top and ormolu mounted end tables, attributed to Maison Jansen, reflects the refined elegance and craftsmanship for which the Parisian design firm was wor...

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1950s French Vintage Directoire Furniture

Materials

Carrara Marble, Brass, Bronze

Directoire Style Parcel Gilt & Mirror Clad Breakfast or Center Table
Directoire Style Parcel Gilt & Mirror Clad Breakfast or Center Table

Directoire Style Parcel Gilt & Mirror Clad Breakfast or Center Table

Located in Milford, NH

A fine parcel gilt & mirror clad square breakfast table in the directoire style with frieze corner carved gilt foliate decoration above each square mirrored tapered leg, terminat...

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20th Century French Directoire Furniture

Materials

Glass, Wood

19th Century French Directoire Style Sofa or Settee
19th Century French Directoire Style Sofa or Settee

19th Century French Directoire Style Sofa or Settee

Located in Birmingham, AL

19th century French Directoire style three-seat sofa or settee constructed of solid walnut having a high framed upholstered back with show-wood and torchiere carvings, a typical neoc...

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19th Century French Antique Directoire Furniture

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Walnut

19th Century English Directoire Style Bergere
19th Century English Directoire Style Bergere

19th Century English Directoire Style Bergere

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Directoire style bergere characterized by its transition from the more ornate Louis XVI style to the more rigid Empire style. Key features in this chair include a loose seat cushion,...

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19th Century Antique Directoire Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Jules Cantini Jaspe Du Var Rose Marble Fireplace For High-End Design Decor
Jules Cantini Jaspe Du Var Rose Marble Fireplace For High-End Design Decor

Jules Cantini Jaspe Du Var Rose Marble Fireplace For High-End Design Decor

By Jules Cantini

Located in Beervelde, BE

Phenomenal mantel from Jules Cantini. The marble is called the Jaspe Du Var Rose. In the right panel you see a seal from the world known Jules Cantini workhouse. The Cantini museum i...

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19th Century French Antique Directoire Furniture

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Marble

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 Furniture

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Carrara Marble, Brass

Fine Late 18th- early 19th Century French Directoire Mahogany Dining Table
Fine Late 18th- early 19th Century French Directoire Mahogany Dining Table

Fine Late 18th- early 19th Century French Directoire Mahogany Dining Table

Located in Richmond, VA

Fine late 18th-early 19th century French directoire mahogany dining table that captures that moment in time between the end of the directoire period and the Napoleonic blockades that...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Directoire Furniture

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Mahogany

19th Century Walnut Directoire Table
19th Century Walnut Directoire Table

19th Century Walnut Directoire Table

Located in New Orleans, LA

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...

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19th Century French Antique Directoire Furniture

Materials

Walnut

French Directoire Style Mahogany and Leather Canapé ~ Sofa
French Directoire Style Mahogany and Leather Canapé ~ Sofa

French Directoire Style Mahogany and Leather Canapé ~ Sofa

Located in Dallas, TX

French Directoire style mahogany canapé combines refined neoclassical lines with the warmth and character of beautifully aged wood. The gracefully flared arms sweep outward from the ...

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Mid-20th Century French Directoire Furniture

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Unique Greek Key John Vesey Style Marble Top Steel Demilune Console Table
Unique Greek Key John Vesey Style Marble Top Steel Demilune Console Table

Unique Greek Key John Vesey Style Marble Top Steel Demilune Console Table

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This unique demilune console table in the style of John Vesey exemplifies timeless elegance with a blend of neoclassical motifs and modern sophistication. The table features a striki...

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Early 2000s European Directoire Furniture

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Marble, Metal

Diminuitive Size Maison Jansen Style Brass Steel Glass Directoire Coffee Table
Diminuitive Size Maison Jansen Style Brass Steel Glass Directoire Coffee Table

Diminuitive Size Maison Jansen Style Brass Steel Glass Directoire Coffee Table

By Maison Jansen

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

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...

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1970s French Vintage Directoire Furniture

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Brass, Steel

1920s pair of Danish marble & brass gallery painted tables
1920s pair of Danish marble & brass gallery painted tables

1920s pair of Danish marble & brass gallery painted tables

Located in London, GB

A handsome pair of circa 1920s Scandinavian painted side tables with marble tops banded with reeded brass with fretwork gallery surround. In a striking mottled grey green marble they...

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1920s Danish Vintage Directoire Furniture

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Marble

Miniature Walnut Commode
Miniature Walnut Commode

Miniature Walnut Commode

Located in Greenwich, CT

Early 19th Century walnut commode, the inlaid top with cookie corners over turned and fluted legs flanking three inlaid drawers and standing on turned turnip feet, French or Italian ...

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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Directoire Furniture

Materials

Ebony, Fruitwood, Walnut, Pine

Period Antique Directoire French Louis XVI Walnut Armchair
Period Antique Directoire French Louis XVI Walnut Armchair

Period Antique Directoire French Louis XVI Walnut Armchair

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This Period Antique Directoire French Louis XVI Walnut Armchair is a superb example of late 18th-century French design, capturing the refined neoclassical elegance that defines the L...

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1790s French Antique Directoire Furniture

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Walnut

Dark Green Paint Decorated Tufted French Directoire Footstool Window bench
Dark Green Paint Decorated Tufted French Directoire Footstool Window bench

Dark Green Paint Decorated Tufted French Directoire Footstool Window bench

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

Add a touch of timeless elegance to your interior with this stunning Dark Green Paint Decorated Tufted French Directoire Footstool Window Bench. Inspired by the refined aesthetics of...

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1960s Unknown Vintage Directoire Furniture

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Walnut

Directoire Gilt and Patinated Bronze Mantel Clock
Directoire Gilt and Patinated Bronze Mantel Clock

Directoire Gilt and Patinated Bronze Mantel Clock

Located in Kittery Point, ME

The oval base raised on toupie feet, centered with a panel of hunting dogs with hunting trophies on each side, the case supported by a landscaped scenery of water and rocks and surmo...

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Late 18th Century French Antique Directoire Furniture

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Bronze

French Chest of Drawers, Directoire Period, Carved and Patinated Wood
French Chest of Drawers, Directoire Period, Carved and Patinated Wood

French Chest of Drawers, Directoire Period, Carved and Patinated Wood

Located in Madrid, ES

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...

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Late 18th Century French Antique Directoire Furniture

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Marble, Bronze

French Three Tier Side Table
French Three Tier Side Table

French Three Tier Side Table

Located in Westwood, NJ

A French Directoire style three-tier lamp table, each elongated octagonal tier with a three-quarter pierced brass gallery, on shaped end supports with lozenge ornaments, terminating ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Directoire Furniture

Materials

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 Furniture

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Wood

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 Pontaubault, NORMANDIE

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 Furniture

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Brass

Antique Cast Iron Urns
Antique Cast Iron Urns

Antique Cast Iron Urns

Located in Made, NL

Pair of Important Antique Cast Iron Urns Exquisite 18th-Century Directoire Urns

This exceptional pair of antique French cast iron vases originates from the heart of Paris, France. Crafted during the Directoire period (1770–1790), these urns showcase the elegance and craftsmanship of the era. The beautiful patina adorning the cast iron speaks to their historical authenticity. These timeless antiques are a testament to both functional design and aesthetic appeal from a celebrated period in European history.

The Rich Heritage of Antique Urns

Throughout history, antique urns and vases have been cherished across Europe for their exquisite craftsmanship and multifaceted functionality. Often serving as symbols of status and artistry, they were used to adorn gardens, courtyards, and stately homes. Made by skilled artisans, these pieces combined durability with intricate design, ensuring they could withstand the elements while remaining visually captivating. Today, their historical value and timeless appeal make them sought-after garden antiques.

Transforming Spaces with Antique Urns

These antique garden planters...

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18th Century French Antique Directoire Furniture

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Iron

A Pair of French Directoire painted open armchairs C 1800.
A Pair of French Directoire painted open armchairs C 1800.

A Pair of French Directoire painted open armchairs C 1800.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A Pair of French Directoire painted open armchairs C 1800. The chairs have a subtle two-tone paint and have been upholstered in a raw silk-like material. The fabric on the seats and ...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Directoire Furniture

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Fabric, Wood

Rare Pair Maison Style Cylindrical Metal Brass Glass Two Tier End Tables
Rare Pair Maison Style Cylindrical Metal Brass Glass Two Tier End Tables

Rare Pair Maison Style Cylindrical Metal Brass Glass Two Tier End Tables

By Maison Jansen

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This rare pair of cylindrical metal and brass two-tier end tables reflects a refined Maison-style design that seamlessly combines elegance and modernity. Each table is crafted with a...

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1950s European Vintage Directoire Furniture

Materials

Metal, Brass

Louis XVI Directoire Style French Mahogany and Marble Top Stand Circa 1910
Louis XVI Directoire Style French Mahogany and Marble Top Stand Circa 1910

Louis XVI Directoire Style French Mahogany and Marble Top Stand Circa 1910

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This Louis XVI Directoire style French mahogany and marble top stand, circa 1910, is a refined example of early 20th-century craftsmanship rooted in classical tradition. Designed wit...

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1910s European Vintage Directoire Furniture

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Marble, Brass

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 Furniture

Materials

Fruitwood

French Directoire Neoclassical Carrara Marble Top Commode
French Directoire Neoclassical Carrara Marble Top Commode

French Directoire Neoclassical Carrara Marble Top Commode

Located in Dallas, TX

Elegant and architectural, this French Directoire neoclassical commode brings together the disciplined line of the period with materials of real substance and quality. The hardware, ...

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Early 20th Century French Directoire Furniture

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Carrara Marble, Brass

Directoire Commode In Mahogany With A Grey Marble Top
Directoire Commode In Mahogany With A Grey Marble Top

Directoire Commode In Mahogany With A Grey Marble Top

Located in Kent, Dover

A French mahogany, three drawer Directoire commode, with brass mounts and inlay and a shaped variegated pale grey marble top.

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1790s French Antique Directoire Furniture

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Marble, Brass, Bronze

Set of Four 18th Century Chairs, France, Cherry, Painted, Directoire, circa 1800
Set of Four 18th Century Chairs, France, Cherry, Painted, Directoire, circa 1800

Set of Four 18th Century Chairs, France, Cherry, Painted, Directoire, circa 1800

Located in Greven, DE

Set of very unusual 18th century chairs It's a set of four chairs, all with different paintings of the Greek mythology. Bourgogne (France) cherrywood, oil colors Directoire,...

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1790s French Antique Directoire Furniture

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Cherry

LATE 18th CENTURY PAIR OF NEOCLASSICAL PAINTED CONSOLE TABLES
LATE 18th CENTURY PAIR OF NEOCLASSICAL PAINTED CONSOLE TABLES

LATE 18th CENTURY PAIR OF NEOCLASSICAL PAINTED CONSOLE TABLES

Located in Firenze, FI

Refined pair of wall-mounted, teardrop-shaped console tables, crafted from carved wood and painted with a thin tempera. The console tables feature a wooden top painted to resemble a ...

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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Directoire Furniture

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Wood, Paint

Pair of French Directoire Late 18th Century Lidded Apothecary Jars with Labels
Pair of French Directoire Late 18th Century Lidded Apothecary Jars with Labels

Pair of French Directoire Late 18th Century Lidded Apothecary Jars with Labels

By Deroche

Located in Atlanta, GA

A pair of French Directoire period ceramic lidded apothecary jars from the late 18th century, with hand-painted foliage motifs, labeled Tamarind and Ext. Cicutæ A:F, from the Deroche...

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Late 18th Century French Antique Directoire Furniture

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Ceramic

Fine Quality Bronze Brass Metal Tole Painted Bouillotte Table Lamp
Fine Quality Bronze Brass Metal Tole Painted Bouillotte Table Lamp

Fine Quality Bronze Brass Metal Tole Painted Bouillotte Table Lamp

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This fine quality bronze and brass metal Bouillotte table lamp with a tole painted shade is an elegant lighting piece that exudes French sophistication and timeless neoclassical styl...

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1930s French Vintage Directoire Furniture

Materials

Metal, Brass, Bronze

Antique French Directoire Walnut Wall Mirror, Rectangular, 1880
Antique French Directoire Walnut Wall Mirror, Rectangular, 1880

Antique French Directoire Walnut Wall Mirror, Rectangular, 1880

Located in Austin, TX

Mirror from the Directoire period made of solid walnut with a central rectangular mirror. This piece is in very nice antique condition with only minor surface wear consistent with ag...

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1880s French Antique Directoire Furniture

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Mirror, Wood

French Directoire Style Handcrafted Customizable 4-Drawer Chest in Solid Wood
French Directoire Style Handcrafted Customizable 4-Drawer Chest in Solid Wood

French Directoire Style Handcrafted Customizable 4-Drawer Chest in Solid Wood

Located in Pontaubault, NORMANDIE

This 4 drawer chest is a handmade reproduction of the French Directoire style at the end of the 18th century. This period is remarkable for its straight, classical and timeless lines...

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2010s French Directoire Furniture

Materials

Brass

Dore' Bronze Mounted Signed Maison Jansen Leather Blue-Green Bureau Plat Desk
Dore' Bronze Mounted Signed Maison Jansen Leather Blue-Green Bureau Plat Desk

Dore' Bronze Mounted Signed Maison Jansen Leather Blue-Green Bureau Plat Desk

By Maurice Hirch

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This is an extraordinary desk by Maurice Hirch, a famous French designer made for Maison Jansen of Paris. The desk is solid mahogany that was stained a beautiful blue-green hue. The ...

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1950s French Vintage Directoire Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Maison Bagues Style Faux Bamboo Metal French Benches or Foot Stools
Pair of Maison Bagues Style Faux Bamboo Metal French Benches or Foot Stools

Pair of Maison Bagues Style Faux Bamboo Metal French Benches or Foot Stools

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

Elevate your living space with this exquisite Pair of Maison Bagues Style Faux Bamboo Metal French Benches or Foot Stools. These elegant pieces beautifully capture the timeless appea...

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1970s Unknown Vintage Directoire Furniture

Materials

Metal

French Directoire console in cherry with red grey striped drawer
French Directoire console in cherry with red grey striped drawer

French Directoire console in cherry with red grey striped drawer

Located in Pontaubault, NORMANDIE

This console 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. The ...

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2010s French Directoire Furniture

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Wood, Cherry

Bronze Mounted Neoclassical Tripod Table
Bronze Mounted Neoclassical Tripod Table

Bronze Mounted Neoclassical Tripod Table

Located in Greenwich, CT

Fine round end table with pierced balustraded brass gallery around gilt-tooled leather top. Striking turned shaft below featuring carved panels with gilt brass beaded trim, the scrol...

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Mid-19th Century English Antique Directoire Furniture

Materials

Wood

Early 20th century directoire revival marble top chest of drawers
Early 20th century directoire revival marble top chest of drawers

Early 20th century directoire revival marble top chest of drawers

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Early 20th century directoire revival marble top chest of drawers circa 1920. We are pleased to offer this 1920's commode very much in the taste of the late 18th century directoire ...

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1920s Swedish Vintage Directoire Furniture

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Marble, Brass

Vintage Directoire Style Painted Dresser or Commode
Vintage Directoire Style Painted Dresser or Commode

Vintage Directoire Style Painted Dresser or Commode

Located in Sheffield, MA

Refinished large paint decorated black cherry 10-drawer Directoire style dresser. A handsome grey paint with a hint of gold gilt accent gives this dresser added style and functional...

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20th Century Directoire Furniture

Materials

Cherry

Pair of French Directoire Style Crystal Two-Light Sconces with Rosette Motifs
Pair of French Directoire Style Crystal Two-Light Sconces with Rosette Motifs

Pair of French Directoire Style Crystal Two-Light Sconces with Rosette Motifs

Located in Atlanta, GA

A pair of French Directoire style two-light wall sconces from the 20th century with bronze armature, crystal rosettes and obelisk motifs. This exquisite pair of French Directoire sty...

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20th Century French Directoire Furniture

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Crystal, Bronze

Pair of Directoire Style White Washed and Plaid Upholstered Club Chairs
Pair of Directoire Style White Washed and Plaid Upholstered Club Chairs

Pair of Directoire Style White Washed and Plaid Upholstered Club Chairs

By Ralph Lauren

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

Dimensions - H: 24 3/4 in W: 28 1/4 in D: 29 1/2 in SH: 16 3/4 in Infuse your space with sophisticated charm and timeless appeal with this pair of Directoire style club chairs, featuring a beautifully whitewashed wood finish and classic plaid upholstery reminiscent of the iconic Ralph Lauren aesthetic. Designed to evoke the understated elegance of French Directoire furniture...

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Late 20th Century Unknown Directoire Furniture

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Upholstery, Wood

18th Century Pair of Italian Gilt Wood Angel Wall Shelves
18th Century Pair of Italian Gilt Wood Angel Wall Shelves

18th Century Pair of Italian Gilt Wood Angel Wall Shelves

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

A pair of superb and monumental 1700's Italian gilt wood angel wall shelves. These hand carved wood wall bracket shelves have incredible details and wonderful gold leaf gilding. Such...

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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Directoire Furniture

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Gold Leaf

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 Furniture

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Brass

Monumental French Directoire Style Ebonized Mirror Beveled With Brass Accents
Monumental French Directoire Style Ebonized Mirror Beveled With Brass Accents

Monumental French Directoire Style Ebonized Mirror Beveled With Brass Accents

Located in Stamford, CT

A Monumental French Ebonized and parcel-gilt mirror in the style of Directoire, circa 1950s, the rectangular beveled looking glass with a panelled frame decorated by brass accents.

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1950s French Vintage Directoire Furniture

Materials

Wood

Fine Italian Dining Room Set of Eight Chairs and a Pair of Armchairs, 1790
Fine Italian Dining Room Set of Eight Chairs and a Pair of Armchairs, 1790

Fine Italian Dining Room Set of Eight Chairs and a Pair of Armchairs, 1790

Located in Rome, IT

Elegant set of Nord-Italian walnut chairs (8) and a pair of armchairs, Covered in ivory color silk in perfect condition. Lombardy Nord Italy, last quarter of the 18th century.

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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Directoire Furniture

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Walnut

18th Century French Mahogany Sofa, George Jacob Manner, Circa 1796-1825
18th Century French Mahogany Sofa, George Jacob Manner, Circa 1796-1825

18th Century French Mahogany Sofa, George Jacob Manner, Circa 1796-1825

By Jacob-Desmalter

Located in Firenze, IT

This magnificent French sofa, crafted in the late 18th to early 19th century (circa 1796-1825), evokes the esteemed style of Jacob-Desmalter, the renowned chairmaker and cabinetmaker...

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18th Century French Antique Directoire Furniture

Materials

Velvet, Upholstery, Wood

Fine Paint Decorated Gilt Over Red Bole Green Silk Maison Jansen Attr. Settee
Fine Paint Decorated Gilt Over Red Bole Green Silk Maison Jansen Attr. Settee

Fine Paint Decorated Gilt Over Red Bole Green Silk Maison Jansen Attr. Settee

By Maison Jansen

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

**Maison Jansen (Attributed) French Directoire Style Painted and Gilt Settee, Circa 1920s** This exquisite **paint-decorated and gilt-accented French Directoire style settee** is attributed to the legendary Parisian design house **Maison Jansen**, founded in 1880 by Jean-Henri Jansen. Elegantly proportioned, the piece features a beautifully carved beechwood frame with subtle **gilded detailing**, fluted legs, and neoclassical motifs emblematic of the Directoire period. The frame is finished in a refined cream paint with warm gilt highlights and red accents, while the upholstery—**luxurious pale green and ivory striped silk**—evokes timeless sophistication. The settee’s straight lines, scroll arm supports, and finely carved floral rosettes perfectly capture the **neoclassical symmetry and understated grandeur** that define both Directoire design and the Maison Jansen aesthetic. Renowned for blending classical elegance with modern refinement, **Maison Jansen** created interiors for the world’s elite, including **Elsie de Wolfe, the Duke and Duchess of Windsor, and Jacqueline Kennedy for the White House**. This remarkable settee embodies the grace, quality, and artistry for which **Maison Jansen** became synonymous, making it a statement piece for any collector or connoisseur of fine French furniture. Cushion may be goose down filled. Split in upholstery can be repaired by an upholsterer. Measures 55.5 wide x 38 tall x 33.25 deep x seat height of 21 tall **Keywords:** Maison Jansen settee, French Directoire furniture...

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1920s French Vintage Directoire Furniture

Materials

Silk, Walnut, Giltwood

Directoire Side Table, Solid Wood Construction, French Antique
Directoire Side Table, Solid Wood Construction, French Antique

Directoire Side Table, Solid Wood Construction, French Antique

Located in Austin, TX

Side table from France in the Directoire style. This piece is made of solid wood construction, primarily cherry wood. It has been finished with a lustrous French polish of museum qua...

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1880s French Antique Directoire Furniture

Materials

Brass

Set of Nine 18th Century French Directoire Dining Chairs
Set of Nine 18th Century French Directoire Dining Chairs

Set of Nine 18th Century French Directoire Dining Chairs

Located in Dallas, TX

Set of Nine 18th Century French Directoire Dining Chairs is a relatively rare find, especially with this level of quality and preservation! The diamond pattern mohair is of the best...

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Late 18th Century French Antique Directoire Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Sycamore

Rare Pair of Maison Jansen Attributed Carrara Marble Top Mahogany Console Tables
Rare Pair of Maison Jansen Attributed Carrara Marble Top Mahogany Console Tables

Rare Pair of Maison Jansen Attributed Carrara Marble Top Mahogany Console Tables

By Maison Jansen

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This rare and exceptional pair of mahogany and marble console tables, attributed to Maison Jansen, is the kind of furniture that doesn’t raise its voice—because it doesn’t have to. T...

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1940s French Vintage Directoire Furniture

Materials

Carrara Marble, Brass

Early 19th Century French Directoire / Empire Secretary with Caryatids, Mahogany
Early 19th Century French Directoire / Empire Secretary with Caryatids, Mahogany

Early 19th Century French Directoire / Empire Secretary with Caryatids, Mahogany

Located in Greven, DE

Folding-top secretary desk with caryatids France Mahogany early 19th century Dimensions: H x W x D: 145 x 96 x 43 cm Description: A writing desk with mahogany veneer, standing on ...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Directoire Furniture

Materials

Bronze

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