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Directoire Furniture

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
19th Century French Louis XVI Style Giltwood Mirror
19th Century French Louis XVI Style Giltwood Mirror

19th Century French Louis XVI Style Giltwood Mirror

Located in Houston, TX

Early 19th Century French Louis XVI Style Giltwood Mirror. Offered is a stunning French Louis XVI or Directorie Style almost square reeded giltwood mirror. This large versatile Fren...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Directoire Furniture

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Giltwood

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

Paint Decorated Faux Bamboo Style Triple Dresser, circa 1970
Paint Decorated Faux Bamboo Style Triple Dresser, circa 1970

Paint Decorated Faux Bamboo Style Triple Dresser, circa 1970

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This paint-decorated faux bamboo style triple dresser, circa 1970, is a striking example of mid-century craftsmanship infused with timeless exotic flair. Designed to mimic the elegan...

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1970s Unknown Vintage Directoire Furniture

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Walnut

French Directoire Style interpreted handcrafted TV cabinet in solid cherry wood
French Directoire Style interpreted handcrafted TV cabinet in solid cherry wood

French Directoire Style interpreted handcrafted TV cabinet in solid cherry wood

Located in Landivy, FR

This TV cabinet is a free hand crafted interpretation of the French Directoire Style at the end of the 18th century. This period style is remarkable with its straight, classical and ...

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2010s French Directoire Furniture

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Brass

The Collection of H.R.H. The Princess Margaret (1930-2002) Set Of Bergere Chairs
The Collection of H.R.H. The Princess Margaret (1930-2002) Set Of Bergere Chairs

The Collection of H.R.H. The Princess Margaret (1930-2002) Set Of Bergere Chairs

Located in Reading, Berkshire

Formerly Owned By The Late Sister Of Queen Elizabeth II.The Collection of H.R.H. The Princess Margaret (1930-2002), Kensington Palace. A Pair of Early 19th Century French Walnut Fau...

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19th Century French Antique Directoire Furniture

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Walnut

French Directoire handcrafted Oak Coffee Table with a drawer, chestnut finish
French Directoire handcrafted Oak Coffee Table with a drawer, chestnut finish

French Directoire handcrafted Oak Coffee Table with a drawer, chestnut finish

Located in Landivy, FR

This coffee table 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 an...

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2010s French Directoire Furniture

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Wood, Cherry, Oak

Neoclassical Italian Center Table with Imperial Porphyry Marble Tabletop
Neoclassical Italian Center Table with Imperial Porphyry Marble Tabletop

Neoclassical Italian Center Table with Imperial Porphyry Marble Tabletop

Located in Rome, IT

Very fine and important center table with square shaped Egyptian porphyry veneered tabletop. Base in walnut and ebonized wood of the Directoire period of the late 18th century, made with special care and 'original choice of the Radica and marquetry. Provenance from an aristocratic family descendant of Parma. Measurements: cm 120 x 120 This particular Imperial grade of porphyry came from a quarry in the Eastern Desert of Egypt. The term "porphyry" is from Latin and means "purple". Purple was the color of royalty, and the "Imperial Porphyry...

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1790s Italian Antique Directoire Furniture

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Porphyry

19th Century French Directoire Period Oak Cabinet Bookcase
19th Century French Directoire Period Oak Cabinet Bookcase

19th Century French Directoire Period Oak Cabinet Bookcase

Located in Madrid, ES

19th century French Directoire period oak bookcase or cabinet t has two parts that can be separated for easier transport. the upper part has a height of 125 cm with two doors and th...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Directoire Furniture

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Bronze

Table Game French Directoire 19th Century Mahogany Leather Black France
Table Game French Directoire 19th Century Mahogany Leather Black France

Table Game French Directoire 19th Century Mahogany Leather Black France

Located in New York, NY

An extraordinary game table from the Directoire period made in France. Frame made of mahogany in a beautiful cognac brown shade. Apron divided into rectangular parts of brass and bra...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Directoire Furniture

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Brass

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

18th Century Tuscan Direttorio Dormeuse, Daybed, Italia
18th Century Tuscan Direttorio Dormeuse, Daybed, Italia

18th Century Tuscan Direttorio Dormeuse, Daybed, Italia

Located in Prato, IT

Toscana, end of '700 beginning '800 In walnut Legs in the typical shape of the Tuscan direttorio with carved and gilded wood flower Restored Dimensions: cm L194 x D63 x H96 Sea...

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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Directoire Furniture

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Walnut

French Sofa Directoire circa 1800 Grey Painted , New Upholstery
French Sofa Directoire circa 1800 Grey Painted , New Upholstery

French Sofa Directoire circa 1800 Grey Painted , New Upholstery

Located in Epfach, DE

French sofa or canape directoire with elegantly moulded frame. It is grey and green painted and the original surface is wonderfully carved. The sofa is new upholstered with an comfor...

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1790s French Antique Directoire Furniture

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Fabric, Wood

Beautiful Maison Jansen Style French Directoire Creme Painted X Bench Circa 1960
Beautiful Maison Jansen Style French Directoire Creme Painted X Bench Circa 1960

Beautiful Maison Jansen Style French Directoire Creme Painted X Bench Circa 1960

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This Maison Jansen style French Directoire crème painted X-bench, circa 1960, is a stunning example of neoclassical revival design that combines elegance with functional charm. Beaut...

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1960s Unknown Vintage Directoire Furniture

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Walnut

Pair Rare Dore' Bronze French Directoire Malachite Adorned Gueridon End Tables
Pair Rare Dore' Bronze French Directoire Malachite Adorned Gueridon End Tables

Pair Rare Dore' Bronze French Directoire Malachite Adorned Gueridon End Tables

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

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...

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1950s French Vintage Directoire Furniture

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Malachite, Bronze

French Directoire Period Set of Six Bleached Beechwood Chairs, 18th c.
French Directoire Period Set of Six Bleached Beechwood Chairs, 18th c.

French Directoire Period Set of Six Bleached Beechwood Chairs, 18th c.

Located in Wichita, KS

A very charming set of six French dining chairs from the Directoire period. The frames are solid bleached beechwood nicely patinated with pegged mortise & tenon joinery. Scrolled...

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Early 18th Century French Antique Directoire Furniture

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Fabric, Beech

Pair Antique French Directoire Mahogany End Tables with Carrara Marble
Pair Antique French Directoire Mahogany End Tables with Carrara Marble

Pair Antique French Directoire Mahogany End Tables with Carrara Marble

Located in Dallas, TX

Pair Antique French Directoire Mahogany End Tables with Carrara Marble will make a delightful addition to your room, providing storage, display, perhaps a place for a lamp, convenien...

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Early 20th Century French Directoire Furniture

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Carrara Marble, Brass

French Paint Decorated Directoire Petite Commode Jewelry Chest by Lewis Mittman
French Paint Decorated Directoire Petite Commode Jewelry Chest by Lewis Mittman

French Paint Decorated Directoire Petite Commode Jewelry Chest by Lewis Mittman

By Lewis Mittman

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This exquisite French paint decorated Directoire style petite commode jewelry chest by Lewis Mittman beautifully captures the elegance of neoclassical design. Crafted with attention ...

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20th Century American Directoire Furniture

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Wood

French Louis XVI Directoire Inlaid Satinwood Marquetry and Bronze End Table
French Louis XVI Directoire Inlaid Satinwood Marquetry and Bronze End Table

French Louis XVI Directoire Inlaid Satinwood Marquetry and Bronze End Table

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This French Louis XVI Directoire inlaid satinwood marquetry and bronze end table is a refined example of 18th-century inspired craftsmanship, blending neoclassical elegance with exce...

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1930s French Vintage Directoire Furniture

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Bronze

French Directoire Bronze Marble Top End Table
French Directoire Bronze Marble Top End Table

French Directoire Bronze Marble Top End Table

Located in Queens, NY

French Directoire-style (20th Century) dark bronze brazier design square shaped gueridon end table with rouge marble top and cross leg supports

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20th Century French Directoire Furniture

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Marble

Large Pair of French Directoire over Door Panels
Large Pair of French Directoire over Door Panels

Large Pair of French Directoire over Door Panels

Located in Dallas, TX

A large pair of French Directoire over door panels depicting two cherubs and a swan.  

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Late 18th Century French Antique Directoire Furniture

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Paint, Plaster, Wood

Pair of 19th Century French Directoire Painted Demi-Lune Console Tables
Pair of 19th Century French Directoire Painted Demi-Lune Console Tables

Pair of 19th Century French Directoire Painted Demi-Lune Console Tables

Located in Dallas, TX

Decorate an entryway or salon with this elegant pair of antique painted demi-lune consoles, crafted in northern France circa 1880. Each half-moon table stands on four tapered and flu...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Directoire Furniture

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Oak, Paint

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

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Velvet, Upholstery, Wood

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

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Carrara Marble, Brass, Bronze

Fine Quality Tambor Door Breche D' Alep Marble Walnut Directoire Sideboard
Fine Quality Tambor Door Breche D' Alep Marble Walnut Directoire Sideboard

Fine Quality Tambor Door Breche D' Alep Marble Walnut Directoire Sideboard

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This fine quality French Directoire sideboard showcases the timeless elegance and craftsmanship of late 18th to early 19th-century design. Constructed from rich walnut, the piece fea...

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1920s French Vintage Directoire Furniture

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Breccia Marble, Bronze

Fine Quality Maison Jansen Style Directoire Tall Dresser Wardrobe
Fine Quality Maison Jansen Style Directoire Tall Dresser Wardrobe

Fine Quality Maison Jansen Style Directoire Tall Dresser Wardrobe

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This Maison Jansen style Directoire tall dresser wardrobe exemplifies the refined elegance and superior craftsmanship for which the renowned Parisian design house is celebrated. Insp...

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1950s French Vintage Directoire Furniture

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Brass

Extraordinary Solid Bronze French Marble Top Directoire Sideboard with Mirror
Extraordinary Solid Bronze French Marble Top Directoire Sideboard with Mirror

Extraordinary Solid Bronze French Marble Top Directoire Sideboard with Mirror

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

Introduce timeless sophistication and impeccable craftsmanship to your space with this Extraordinary Solid Bronze French Marble Top Directoire Sideboard with Mirror. A rare and opule...

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1890s French Antique Directoire Furniture

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Bronze

Pair Of Directoire Armchairs In White Lacquered Wood
Pair Of Directoire Armchairs In White Lacquered Wood

Pair Of Directoire Armchairs In White Lacquered Wood

Located in BARSAC, FR

Beautiful pair of Directore armchairs in lacquered wood bench, trapezoidal backrest and jacob style legs, Seats covered with a beautiful bottle gr...

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Late 18th Century French Antique Directoire Furniture

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Lacquer

Pair Directoire Carved Draper Era x Benches
Pair Directoire Carved Draper Era x Benches

Pair Directoire Carved Draper Era x Benches

$1,356Sale Price / set|20% Off

Pair Directoire Carved Draper Era x Benches

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This pair of Directoire carved Draper era X-benches exemplifies timeless sophistication, blending neoclassical influence with mid-20th-century revival style. The X-frame design, a ha...

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1950s European Vintage Directoire Furniture

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Walnut

Pair of French Directoire Style Midcentury Giltwood Stools with New Upholstery
Pair of French Directoire Style Midcentury Giltwood Stools with New Upholstery

Pair of French Directoire Style Midcentury Giltwood Stools with New Upholstery

Located in Atlanta, GA

A pair of French vintage Directoire style giltwood stools from the mid 20th century with carved rosettes, fluted accents, saber legs and new linen upholstery. This handsome pair of F...

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Mid-20th Century French Directoire Furniture

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Linen, Upholstery, Giltwood

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

Armchairs Set of 8 Directoire 1790-1810 France
Armchairs Set of 8 Directoire 1790-1810 France

Armchairs Set of 8 Directoire 1790-1810 France

Located in New York, NY

Armchairs Set of 8 Directoire 1790-1810 France. A set of 8 armchairs made during the Directoire period 1790-1810 in France. Frame made in dark staine...

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18th Century French Antique Directoire Furniture

Materials

Birch

Pair of Directoire Style Gilt Bronze and Black Marble Gueridons
Pair of Directoire Style Gilt Bronze and Black Marble Gueridons

Pair of Directoire Style Gilt Bronze and Black Marble Gueridons

Located in New York, NY

A Pair of 1890-1900 Directoire Style Gilt Bronze and Black Marble Gueridons. Each with very fine ormolu mounts as well as hand-carved marble tops. Exceptional details on the ormolu i...

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1890s French Antique Directoire Furniture

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Belgian Black Marble, Bronze

Fine Bronze Mounted Satinwood and Kingwood Center Table in The manner Weisweiler
Fine Bronze Mounted Satinwood and Kingwood Center Table in The manner Weisweiler

Fine Bronze Mounted Satinwood and Kingwood Center Table in The manner Weisweiler

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This fine bronze-mounted satinwood and kingwood center table in the manner of Adam Weisweiler is a superb example of late 19th to early 20th-century craftsmanship inspired by one of ...

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1950s French Vintage Directoire Furniture

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Bronze

Directoire Mahogany and Brass Mounted Commode
Directoire Mahogany and Brass Mounted Commode

Directoire Mahogany and Brass Mounted Commode

Located in Essex, MA

With a rectangular St Ann gray and white marble top with rounded corners over a conforming case with three graduated brass mounted drawers with square brass bail handles , raised on ...

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1790s French Antique Directoire Furniture

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Brass

Directoire-Style Desk, Brass and Leather, Early 20th Century, France
Directoire-Style Desk, Brass and Leather, Early 20th Century, France

Directoire-Style Desk, Brass and Leather, Early 20th Century, France

Located in Chicago, US

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...

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Early 20th Century Directoire Furniture

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Brass

French Directoire Gold Giltwood Mirror with Original Mercury Glass 19th Century
French Directoire Gold Giltwood Mirror with Original Mercury Glass 19th Century

French Directoire Gold Giltwood Mirror with Original Mercury Glass 19th Century

Located in IT

This exquisite French Directoire mirror, crafted in gold giltwood, features its original mercury glass, adding a touch of historical charm. Dating back to the 19th century, the mirro...

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18th Century French Antique Directoire Furniture

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Mercury Glass, Giltwood

French Directoire Style Pedestal
French Directoire Style Pedestal

French Directoire Style Pedestal

By Maison Jansen

Located in New York, NY

French Directoire style pedestal. Pedestal has a white marble top with a steel and decorative brass frame.

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1970s Vintage Directoire Furniture

Materials

Marble, Brass, Steel

Pair of 19th Century French Directoire Upholstered Bergères with Twisted Columns
Pair of 19th Century French Directoire Upholstered Bergères with Twisted Columns

Pair of 19th Century French Directoire Upholstered Bergères with Twisted Columns

Located in Atlanta, GA

A pair of French Directoire style painted wood bergères chairs from the 19th century with twisted columns and new custom upholstery. This elegant pair of French Directoire style berg...

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19th Century French Antique Directoire Furniture

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Upholstery, Wood

Late 19th Century Swedish Pine Secretaire with Fall-Front Desk Top
Late 19th Century Swedish Pine Secretaire with Fall-Front Desk Top

Late 19th Century Swedish Pine Secretaire with Fall-Front Desk Top

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

Late 19th Century Swedish secretaire with fall-front desk top. This style of desk was very popular in the 18th and 19th century in Sweden. It offers an ingenious array of storage pos...

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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Directoire Furniture

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Pine

Swedish Late 18th Century Gustavian Period Commode / Chest of Drawers
Swedish Late 18th Century Gustavian Period Commode / Chest of Drawers

Swedish Late 18th Century Gustavian Period Commode / Chest of Drawers

Located in New York, NY

An elegant and sober late 18th century/very early 19th century Swedish dresser or chest of drawers of good proportion and handsome appearance. Late Gustavian pieces are reminiscent o...

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Late 18th Century Swedish Antique Directoire Furniture

Chrome and Brass Console after Jansen
Chrome and Brass Console after Jansen

Chrome and Brass Console after Jansen

Located in New York, NY

Jansen chrome and glass console table with brass feet.  

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1960s Vintage Directoire Furniture

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Brass, Chrome

Pair of Directoire Gilt Bronze Allegorical Sculptures of Children
Pair of Directoire Gilt Bronze Allegorical Sculptures of Children

Pair of Directoire Gilt Bronze Allegorical Sculptures of Children

Located in Kittery Point, ME

Each child seated on an oval tasseled and draped plinth in the shape of a stool, one reading a book, the other thinking, symbolizing knowledge and philosophy.

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Late 18th Century French Antique Directoire Furniture

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Ormolu

Maison Jansen Rare Stamped Silver Leaf Settee in Black Raw Silk
Maison Jansen Rare Stamped Silver Leaf Settee in Black Raw Silk

Maison Jansen Rare Stamped Silver Leaf Settee in Black Raw Silk

By Maison Jansen

Located in New York, NY

Exquisite and elegant Directoire style silver leaf settee with black raw silk upholstery on tufted back, seat and padded arms, France, 1950s. This settee was likely designed as a spe...

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1950s French Vintage Directoire Furniture

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Silk, Wood

French Directoire Carved Wood and Red Upholstered Daybed
French Directoire Carved Wood and Red Upholstered Daybed

French Directoire Carved Wood and Red Upholstered Daybed

Located in Queens, NY

French Directoire daybed with a carved wooden frame a finial top on each end and an urn engraved in to the frame of the bed

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20th Century French Directoire Furniture

Materials

Wood

Antique French Directoire Neoclassical Mahogany Console with Carrara Marble
Antique French Directoire Neoclassical Mahogany Console with Carrara Marble

Antique French Directoire Neoclassical Mahogany Console with Carrara Marble

Located in Dallas, TX

Antique French Directoire Neoclassical Mahogany Console with Carrara Marble is ideal for the efficient floorplan, or for adding a nice finishing touch to any room, including hallways...

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Mid-20th Century French Directoire Furniture

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Carrara Marble, Brass

Mid-Century French Bronze, Steel and Mirrored Top Coffee Table by Maison Jansen
Mid-Century French Bronze, Steel and Mirrored Top Coffee Table by Maison Jansen

Mid-Century French Bronze, Steel and Mirrored Top Coffee Table by Maison Jansen

By Maison Jansen

Located in Dallas, TX

Crafted in France circa 1950, this mid-century coffee table by Maison Jansen showcases the firm’s celebrated fusion of neoclassical detail and modern restraint. The square frame feat...

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Mid-20th Century French Directoire Furniture

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Brass, Bronze, Steel

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

Directoire Style Desk with Cylinder Top, France, 19th Century
Directoire Style Desk with Cylinder Top, France, 19th Century

Directoire Style Desk with Cylinder Top, France, 19th Century

Located in Belmont, MA

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...

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1860s French Antique Directoire Furniture

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Mahogany, Satinwood

French Painted Antique Style Dresser
French Painted Antique Style Dresser

French Painted Antique Style Dresser

Located in Westwood, NJ

In a painted antique 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 t...

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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Directoire Furniture

Materials

Wood

Directoire furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Directoire furniture 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 furniture created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include tables, case pieces and storage cabinets, seating and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Directoire furniture made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Italy pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original furniture, popular names associated with this style include Maison Jansen, Baker Furniture Company, Gherardo Degli Albizzi, and Century Furniture. 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 furniture differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $100 and tops out at $91,647 while the average work can sell for $4,519.