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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
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 Furniture

Materials

Brass

Pair Louis XVI  Ormolu Bronze Horse Handled Urn Candlesticks
Pair Louis XVI  Ormolu Bronze Horse Handled Urn Candlesticks

Pair Louis XVI  Ormolu Bronze Horse Handled Urn Candlesticks

Located in New York, NY

Pair Louis XVI  Ormolu Bronze Horse Handled Urn Candlesticks. French Empire-Directoire Period patinated urn form candlesticks with ormolu mounts, Ottoman influenced horsehead handles...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Directoire Furniture

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

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

Materials

Lacquer

French Boiserie Library Paneled Wall Unit
French Boiserie Library Paneled Wall Unit

French Boiserie Library Paneled Wall Unit

Located in Sheffield, MA

Very handsome boiseries wall paneling from a French country chateau. The antique 19th century Directorie period oak paneled wall is made of 1 entry ...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Directoire Furniture

Materials

Oak

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

Materials

Silk, Wood

French Directory Bureau Bonheur du jour desk, wood and leather, and bronze inkwe
French Directory Bureau Bonheur du jour desk, wood and leather, and bronze inkwe

French Directory Bureau Bonheur du jour desk, wood and leather, and bronze inkwe

By French House & Garden

Located in Valladolid, ES

Stunning French Bonheur du Jour mahogany desk or bureau, dating from the early 19th century, with a leather top and mirrored upper doors. The piece, entirely crafted in a beautiful ...

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Early 1800s French Antique Directoire Furniture

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

19th Century French Directoire Chest of Drawers, Cherry
19th Century French Directoire Chest of Drawers, Cherry

19th Century French Directoire Chest of Drawers, Cherry

Located in Stahnsdorf, DE

19th Century French Directoire Chest of Drawers, 1810, France Cherrywood Directoire chest of drawers rests on conical feet. Straight, simple body, slightly protruding cover plate. ...

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1810s French Antique Directoire Furniture

Materials

Cherry

Pair of 18th Century Italian Demi Lune Console Tables
Pair of 18th Century Italian Demi Lune Console Tables

Pair of 18th Century Italian Demi Lune Console Tables

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

Handsome pair of 18th Century Italian demi-lune consoles. Of blond walnut construction with hand-carved legs, hand-carved stretchers and a beautiful patina to the tops.

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18th Century Italian Antique Directoire Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Antique Aprey French Faience Pottery Cachepots or Jardinieres
Pair of Antique Aprey French Faience Pottery Cachepots or Jardinieres

Pair of Antique Aprey French Faience Pottery Cachepots or Jardinieres

By Aprey Pottery Factory

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine pair of antique French faience jardinieres or cachepots. By Aprey. Each with two painted scenes on either side. One has a man gardening and a woman carrying a breadbask...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Directoire Furniture

Materials

Faience

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

Materials

Walnut

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

Materials

Walnut

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

Materials

Brass

French Tilt Top Dining Table
French Tilt Top Dining Table

French Tilt Top Dining Table

Located in Winter Park, FL

A vintage French Directoire style oval tilt-top table made of solid walnut. Unusual lyre shaped swivel provides sturdy support. Dining table height. Thick 1" plank top with high glos...

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Mid-20th Century French Directoire Furniture

Materials

Walnut

A Diminutive Camelback Settee for Reupholstery
A Diminutive Camelback Settee for Reupholstery

A Diminutive Camelback Settee for Reupholstery

Located in Bridgeport, CT

A diminutive camelback upholstered settee with serpentine back, rolled arms, resting on 5 paint decorated fluted legs with gold accents. Dimensions: 50 1/4" L, 21" D, 20" seat heigh...

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20th Century Directoire Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Wood

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

Materials

Bronze

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

Materials

Walnut

French 18th Century Directoire Mahogany Chairs with Silk Blend Upholster Fabric
French 18th Century Directoire Mahogany Chairs with Silk Blend Upholster Fabric

French 18th Century Directoire Mahogany Chairs with Silk Blend Upholster Fabric

Located in Firenze, IT

This beautiful set of four late 18th-early 19th century European Directoire period mahogany gondola chairs will be the perfect addition to your dining room or living room as they can be used as dining room chairs or side side chairs...

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Late 18th Century French Antique Directoire Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Cotton, Silk, Upholstery, Mahogany, Giltwood

18th Century Directoire Deux-Corps
18th Century Directoire Deux-Corps

18th Century Directoire Deux-Corps

Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse

Cupboard or sideboard in two parts, dating from the Directoire period. The doors with losange motifs. The lower section has a small central drawer. Elegant cornice. A beautiful and ...

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18th Century and Earlier French Antique Directoire Furniture

Period French Directior Leather Topped Writing Table.
Period French Directior Leather Topped Writing Table.

Period French Directior Leather Topped Writing Table.

Located in Hudson, NY

This beautiful period writing table was constructed in France circa 1790 to 1800 of rich imported mahogany and the woods have been carefully selected to create an overall pattern of ...

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Late 18th Century French Antique Directoire Furniture

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

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

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

French Carved Walnut Panel Commemorating The French Revolution
French Carved Walnut Panel Commemorating The French Revolution

French Carved Walnut Panel Commemorating The French Revolution

Located in Essex, MA

Possibly made to be used as a model or mold to cast an iron fireback. Depicting the Bastille and a woman with the sword and the scales. Also cannons, flags, cannon balls.

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Early 1800s French Antique Directoire Furniture

Materials

Walnut

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

Materials

Walnut

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

Materials

Wood

Large Directoire Mahogany Jardinière by Jacob Freres
Large Directoire Mahogany Jardinière by Jacob Freres

Large Directoire Mahogany Jardinière by Jacob Freres

By Jacob Frères

Located in Kittery Point, ME

Of rectangular shape, with a tôle liner and bronze gallery and raised on an integral plinth with wooden roulettes, stamped to one side on the interior JACOB FRERES RUE MESLEE. Jacob ...

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Late 18th Century European Antique Directoire Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Small Directoire Cylinder Desk In Mahogany
Small Directoire Cylinder Desk In Mahogany

Small Directoire Cylinder Desk In Mahogany

Located in Kent, Dover

A small French Directoire mahogany cylinder desk, with brass detailing throughout. The roll top hiding a witing slope with a tooled leather top and two drawers. Above, a marble galle...

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1790s French Antique Directoire Furniture

Materials

Marble, Brass

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

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

Located in Rome, IT

A fine 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

Materials

Walnut

French 19th Century Directoire Giltwood Altar Candlestick
French 19th Century Directoire Giltwood Altar Candlestick

French 19th Century Directoire Giltwood Altar Candlestick

Located in Sunshine, LA

An elegant French 19th century altar candlestick from circa 1800 to grace a fireplace mantel or tablescape by its architectural stature and gilded glory. The attenuated, triangular b...

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19th Century French Antique Directoire Furniture

Materials

Giltwood

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

Materials

Paint, Plaster, Wood

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

Materials

Linen, Upholstery, Giltwood

1940s French Lounge Chairs Pair
1940s French Lounge Chairs Pair

1940s French Lounge Chairs Pair

Located in New York, NY

1940s pair of French lounge chairs that are nicely upholstered in silk with rolled arms and loose down filled seat cushions. The chairs have flared mahogany legs.

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1940s Vintage Directoire Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany, Silk

French Directoire Style Coffee Table in solid oak wood
French Directoire Style Coffee Table in solid oak wood

French Directoire Style Coffee Table in solid oak wood

Located in Landivy, FR

This coffee table 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....

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2010s French Directoire Furniture

Materials

Wood, Cherry

French Directoire Style Console Table in Cherry with blue striped Drawer
French Directoire Style Console Table in Cherry with blue striped Drawer

French Directoire Style Console Table in Cherry with blue striped Drawer

Located in Landivy, FR

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

Materials

Wood, Cherry

Directoire Armchairs
Directoire Armchairs

Directoire Armchairs

Located in Westwood, NJ

Two mahogany armchairs, with an over scroll padded back and seat between open scroll arms and above floral capital carved and paneled sabre legs. Inspired by a 19th-century French or...

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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Directoire Furniture

Materials

Wood

Extremely Rare French "Directoire" Style Bibliothque (Bookcase)
Extremely Rare French "Directoire" Style Bibliothque (Bookcase)

Extremely Rare French "Directoire" Style Bibliothque (Bookcase)

Located in Middleburg, VA

Extremely Rare French "Directoire" Style Bibliothque (Bookcase). Made of extraordinary "Burled Yew Wood" with a rich golden color and lustrous patina. A simple cornice over two glazed cabinet doors and two lower cupboards. Elegant proportions are emphasized by the figured wood. Made in the West of France, circa 1820. 82" High 63" Wide 18.75" Deep A handsome and well-proportioned French Directoire style Bibliotheque, crafted circa 1820 in the west of France. This two-part bookcase is constructed from richly figured burled yew wood, showcasing exceptional grain patterning and a warm, honey-toned finish that enhances its refined silhouette. The upper section features original glass-paneled doors with elegant molded framing and carved corners, opening to reveal three spacious shelves backed with a patterned textile, perfect for displaying books or decorative objects. The lower cabinet offers closed storage with paneled doors and retains its original hardware and working locks with decorative key tassels...

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19th Century French Antique Directoire Furniture

Materials

Metal, 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

Materials

Mahogany, Satinwood

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

French Directoire style handcrafted secretary desk in cherry wood & leather pad
French Directoire style handcrafted secretary desk in cherry wood & leather pad

French Directoire style handcrafted secretary desk in cherry wood & leather pad

Located in Landivy, FR

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

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2010s French Directoire Furniture

Materials

Leather, Wood, Cherry, Lacquer

Antique Directoire Style Paint decorated Wall Vitrine Display Cabinet
Antique Directoire Style Paint decorated Wall Vitrine Display Cabinet

Antique Directoire Style Paint decorated Wall Vitrine Display Cabinet

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

Dimensions: 39 inches high x 13.25 inches wide x 13.75 inches deep A refined example of late 19th century French Directoire Revival design, this elegant wall vitrine captures the en...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Directoire Furniture

Materials

Glass, Wood

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

Materials

Mercury Glass, Giltwood

20th C. Sophisticated French Credenza by M. Hirsch
20th C. Sophisticated French Credenza by M. Hirsch

20th C. Sophisticated French Credenza by M. Hirsch

By Maurice Hirsch

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Sophisticated French Credenza, Signed Hirsch, Paris. This 4 door credenza/buffet is ebonized, and is made in Directoire style.

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20th Century French Directoire Furniture

Materials

Wood

Rare Flame Mahogany Bronze Mounted Leather Top Francois Linke Desk Bureau Plat
Rare Flame Mahogany Bronze Mounted Leather Top Francois Linke Desk Bureau Plat

Rare Flame Mahogany Bronze Mounted Leather Top Francois Linke Desk Bureau Plat

By François Linke

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This rare François Linke desk, Bureau Plat, circa early 20th century, is an extraordinary example of French luxury craftsmanship, showcasing the artistry and elegance that made Linke...

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1910s French Vintage Directoire Furniture

Materials

Bronze

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

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 Landivy, FR

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

French 20th Century Mahogany and Leather-top Desk
French 20th Century Mahogany and Leather-top Desk

French 20th Century Mahogany and Leather-top Desk

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A French 20th century leather-topped mahogany writing desk, designed in the Directoire taste for refined proportions & materials. The wide leather surface is original, gently cle...

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Early 20th Century French Directoire Furniture

Materials

Brass

Antique French Side Table, Cherry Wood with Hand Painted Finish, 1890
Antique French Side Table, Cherry Wood with Hand Painted Finish, 1890

Antique French Side Table, Cherry Wood with Hand Painted Finish, 1890

Located in Austin, TX

Side table, French, made of cherry wood with a hand painted “Trianon” gray finish and black hand painted trim. Three dovetailed drawers have brass hardware rings. The tapered legs ar...

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1890s French Antique Directoire Furniture

Materials

Brass

French Directoire style handcrafted 6-Drawer Chiffonier in solid cherry wood
French Directoire style handcrafted 6-Drawer Chiffonier in solid cherry wood

French Directoire style handcrafted 6-Drawer Chiffonier in solid cherry wood

Located in Landivy, FR

This Chiffonnier 6-drawer chest is a free hand crafted and modernized interpretation of the French Directoire style at the end of the 18th century. This period style is remarkable wi...

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2010s French Directoire Furniture

Materials

Wood, Cherry, Oak

Set of Four Directoire Mahogany Armchairs by Jacob Freres
Set of Four Directoire Mahogany Armchairs by Jacob Freres

Set of Four Directoire Mahogany Armchairs by Jacob Freres

By Jacob Freres (French)

Located in Kittery Point, ME

Each upholstered backrest with backscrolled top rail above an upholstered seat flanked by arm rests, raised on ring-turned legs; each stamped JACOB FRERES / RUE MESLEE on back rail, three with old inked inscription M Julien...

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1790s French Antique Directoire Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of Memphis Style Armchairs
Pair of Memphis Style Armchairs

Pair of Memphis Style Armchairs

Located in New York, NY

Pair of Memphis style armchairs. Chairs are newly upholstered in linen. Has mahogany arms, a painted steel frame with circular bronze trim and bronze base.

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1970s Vintage Directoire Furniture

Materials

Bronze, Steel

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

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

Materials

Wood, Cherry, Oak

18th Century Emilian Louis XVI Walnut Chest of Drawers
18th Century Emilian Louis XVI Walnut Chest of Drawers

18th Century Emilian Louis XVI Walnut Chest of Drawers

Located in Atlanta, GA

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...

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18th Century Italian Antique 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.