Rococo Furniture

This charming drawing is a preliminary study for the larger drawing, Trois etudes de femme assise, coiffee d'une fontange, in the British Museum. This little gem comes from Brooke A...

This oval form table is made of fine mahogany with marquetry Inlay of satinwood and various other European woods. It has a bronze gilt gallery surrounding the top and the Bottom shel...

18th Century gilded wood three arm candleholder or fragment, beautifully constructed and ornamented throughout. This fragment was re-purposed and mounted on a Gustavian hand-painted ...

In about the middle of the 18th century there was a period when Exuberance began to eclipse the understated quality so celebrated in English furniture . From France came the fashi...

A 18th century - 19th century, gold antique French Rococo style wall mirror made of handcrafted gilded Pinewood, with its original two-part mirrored glass, in good condition. The top...

A pair of French Rococo style gilt bronze curtain tiebacks or curtain holders. A beautiful pair of rococo or Louis XV style gilt bronze curtain holders or supports, or tiebacks. Thes...

An imposing octagonal fountain carved from warm brown natural stone, featuring an elegant classic design and an ornate top. Its solid structure and ba...

This charming pair of Meissen porcelain figures celebrates the essence of Revelry. First modeled by the renowned Johann Joachim Kändler on bases by Peter Reinicke, circa 1767, these joyous groups depict musicians making merry by playing the French horn, flute, guitar and hurdy-gurdy, and gardeners carrying flowers in baskets and aprons. Two almost identical groups are featured in Meissen: Collector’s Catalogue by Laurence Mitchell. Figures by Kändler were especially popular and served as table decorations at courtly banquets. He took the reigns of the Meissen factory in 1733 and over the following 40 years created more than 900 models, many of which were considered the most important and beautiful ever produced. Many of his designs were so timeless and classic that they continued to be used well into the 19th century. Kändler was highly regarded especially for his allegorical representations and he was certainly at his best when designing the Four Continents...

An exceptional quality armoire with superior color and carving. From the Bresse region of France with design and construction motifs and characteristics unique to this region. The b...

A French white porcelain desk letter or mail holder, with small flowers and leaves, in the Rococo design style, circa mid-20th century, Paris, France. Piece with scalloped edge is ha...

On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare, hand painted petite nightstands you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The beautiful set ...

79199 Late 19th Century Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Cushion, 01'09 x 01'06 x 00'06. Woven with whispers of bygone grandeur, this handwoven wool French Aubusson tapestry cushion from the Late 19th Century captures the lyrical heart of a pastoral fable, rendered in threads of gentle nostalgia and refined artistry. At its center, a fox gazes longingly upward toward a pair of birds perched delicately on a tree branch, evoking the timeless tale of La Fontaine’s The Fox and the Crow—a moral parable spun into the language of tapestry. The scene is framed by a lush wreath of scrolling acanthus leaves and voluptuous blossoms—roses, peonies, and wildflowers—blooming in softened tones of pink, ochre, and antique gold. Each carefully handwoven detail reveals the elegant precision of the Aubusson weaver’s loom, where every knot and weft captures a painterly sensitivity to light, form, and emotion. The background shimmers with subtle gradations of mossy green and parchment beige, conjuring the feel of a sun-dappled glade, while the figures themselves seem to pause in narrative stillness—caught in a moment of wit, desire, and the age-old dance of cunning and vanity. The Aubusson pillow becomes a miniature stage for moral reflection, set within the poetic landscape of 19th-century French salon decor. Beneath the pastoral charm lies the hallmark of the Aubusson tradition: a low-warp tapestry technique prized for its fine execution and seamless color transitions. This cushion, originally born of a larger wall tapestry fragment, has been lovingly preserved and reimagined with a sumptuous velvet backing—ensuring the legacy of the weaver’s hand continues to offer comfort and delight. The delicately frayed edges and mellowed palette speak not of wear, but of history—an aged beauty that softens with time, like a well-loved verse recited over generations. More than a decorative object, this antique Aubusson pillow...

Elegant ornamental porcelain vase finely decorated with hand-enameled floral motifs in shades of blue, purple, and green, enhanced by a fine gilt bronze mount. The handles are embell...

Grande incisione nautica tratta dall’Enciclopedia di Diderot edita in Parigi, raffigurante una Galera vista di fianco con disegni delle ancore intitolata al centro Marine Dessein d’u...

Finely executed in the Rococo taste with an elaborately pierced crest and scrolling foliate ornament, the richly carved frame is embellished with shells, acanthus leaves, floral moti...

Shaped serpentine top over three conforming paneled drawers, shaped apron, ending on cabriole legs and hoof feet. In unusually fine condition.

Antique 19th Century French Aubusson Tapestry Gilt Sofa Loveseat in excellent condition. There is custom protective plastic cover that can be snapped off the seat back, seat and hand...

Antique French Louis XV Style Carved Painted Bergere Gilt Wood Frame Chairs Newly Reupholstered in Gold & Teal Patterned Velvet - Pair We have two beautiful French Louis XV style be...

Fine 18th century French walnut games table and leathertop writing desk. The table features a removable leather top that flips over to a baize covered card table. Beneath the removab...

18th Century Bernard De Montfaucon (1655-1741) Hand Coloured Framed Engraving of Egyptian Antiquities Grand Tour. Framed Height: 58cm I Width: 42cm Image Height: 34cm I Width: 18cm ...

74030 Rare Antique French Aubusson Tapestry, 04’04 x 10’02. Evoking the splendor of France’s Rococo age, this handwoven wool antique French tapestry is an exquisite vision of romance, artistry, and timeless grace. Woven in the late 19th century, it draws inspiration from the pastoral tableaux of François Boucher, whose idyllic depictions of courtly leisure and bucolic charm defined the spirit of the era. Here, a young woman strolls behind a gallant flutist along a sun-dappled woodland path—an intimate moment caught in silk and wool, imbued with the tender lyricism of a love song whispered through the French countryside. Every thread speaks of heritage, mastery, and the kind of effortless elegance that only centuries of refinement could produce. The tranquil scene is a study in pastoral poetry: soft foliage, muted sunlight filtering through trees, and the rustling quiet of a timeless afternoon. The dreamlike color palette—dusty rose, celadon, gold, and faded umber—conveys the patina of history while radiating a romantic luminosity that feels alive even today. This is not simply an artifact of French décor; it is a living artwork, woven with emotion, movement, and musicality. The one-of-a-kind composition unfolds like a painting by Watteau or Fragonard—an ode to the pleasures of nature, beauty, and human connection. The craftsmanship reveals the hand of a master weaver trained in the grand Aubusson and Gobelins tradition, where textile art transcended function to become a mark of nobility. Each precious weave captures tonal nuance and painterly shading with breathtaking precision—a feat achieved only by ateliers devoted to the highest standards of European artistry. This tapestry once would have graced the walls of aristocratic salons and manors, its presence signaling sophistication, education, and cultured taste. Today, its survival stands as a testament to both its quality and its enduring charm. To own such an exquisite work of art is to inherit a fragment of France’s artistic legacy—a portal to a world of refinement and reverie. This antique pastoral tapestry...

A very state of the art antique fireplace surround in white statuary marble from the Rococo period; the surround is in perfect condition. There is extraordinary waving side panels on...

Amazing set of two chairs and a sofa original from the 19th Century. This sofa and chairs embodies the opulent Rococo style, known for its flowing curves, ornate carvings, and asymme...

A finely carved Louis XV style Carrara Marble Fireplace, mid-nineteenth century, French, with foliate embellishment to the frieze and corner blocks, the stop-fluted jambs on block f...

A shadowbox frame, densely filled with scrolls and ornaments of rolled paper, gilt and pigmented, the central medallion showing the kneeling figure of a Benedictine monk, a dog and a...

Antique French Aubusson Rug with Rococo Floral Wreaths and Scrollwork, Origin: France, Circa Date: 1930

This striking Continental European mirror features an exquisitely hand-carved wooden frame showcasing fluid Rococo-inspired ornamentation. The design is defined by its elegant scroll...

French Rococo Revival Oak and Gilt Gesso Wall Mirror, Circa 1870–1890 A highly decorative late 19th-century French Rococo / Louis XV Revival wall mirror, framed in solid oak and enr...

This listing features a bronze patinated cast sculpture of a female figure dressed in Rococo-style attire with a traditional folding fan and a small bird. This sculpture's origins ar...

This Louis XV, Rococo style 3 light hanging lantern is typical of the period adorned with acanthus leaves and spiral decorations makes this lantern especially charming for any decor....

This elegant stylized shell bowl was realized by the illustrious atelier of Les Freres in France during the 19th century. It offers a stylized silvered ormo...

A French pair of rocaille carved, serpentine wall consoles with marble tops from the turn of the 18th and 19th century. These antique tables from France have a robust, serpentine-shape, with original marble tops above the wood frames that are elaborately carved in a rocaille aesthetic motif throughout their shapely bodies. The backside is flat and meant to attach to the wall, and supported at front side by two legs. The c-scrolled legs are braced with a cross-stretcher bar, which is adorned with a center with exaggerated shell and foliate scrollwork. These late 18th century Rococo style French serpentine tables...

Superb pair of 19th century Christofle Rococo/Rocaille/Louis XV silver-plated candelabra. Very good condition. Oxidation. Dimensions in cm ( H x D ) : 46 x 33 Secure shipping

19th century romantic French basket-shaped gilt bronze ceiling 'Marie-Antoinette' luster with six flower lights. From the basket small leave branches and six larges 'branches' stick out, these thicker branches are crowned by glass roses. The basket hangs by 3 'cloth like' bronze ribbons, attached to a ceiling rosette...

This superb 19th century giltwood wall mirror, with its curvaceous violin shape and exuberant Rococo style decoration, would ...

19th century fireplace frame of Carrara marble with unusual beautiful side panels. An ornamental fireplace in perfect condition with extremely fine sculptural work. This is an exampl...

A Louis XV period giltwood wall mounted console table with pierced apron, serpentine shape with conforming original marble top. Originati...

This is a fine example of Late Baroque/Early Rococo period craftsmanship. These French Barley Twist Benches were made in France circa 1730-1750.. They're constructed of solid oak and...

Large champagne and wine cooler bucket from the early 1900's featuring charming center medallions on three sides, in the style with Rococo decorations. As seen throughout Europe this...

18th Century Sèvres style blue ground and gilt metal mounted Seaux a bouteille, the blue ground body with two opposing painted oval panels within a gilt lattice work and dot pattern ...

79198 Late 19th Century Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Cushion, 01'04 x 01'05 x 00'05. Like a whispered memory from a pastoral dream, this handwoven wool French Aubusson tapestry c...

Exuberant and opulent, this 19th century French Rococo mirror exemplifies the playful elegance of the style. Hand-carved giltwood frames swirl with asymmetrical detailing. All ite...

19th Century French Overdoor Oil On Canvas Painting, Still Life Featuring Flowers. Wonderfully large still life of urns full of flowers in recessed wall. These types of paintings wer...

This exquisite vintage Regency Rococo console table embodies old-world European elegance with its hand-painted carved wood frame and a stunning black marble top. The beautifully curv...

the circular tabouret with new decking above a rope-twist giltwood frame with cabriole supports with knotted feet all joined by an x-form stretcher centering a robust central knot; f...

This impressive 19th-century French Venetian-style wall mirror features an ornate, hand-etched mirrored-glass frame with delicate floral and foliate decoration. The elaborate crest a...

During the reign of Louis XV in France, the Rococo style emerged as an opulent decorative trend that reflected the wealthy king’s expensive tastes. This wall console from at least th...

Antique Limoges Porcelain Plates with Ornate Gold Gilding and Intricate Snowflake Medallion Design This breathtaking set of antique p...

Painted to the front and rear with outdoor scenes of nature, with courting couples and winged cherubs, in the typical Rococo style.

Wooden angel should be French 1700/800s Not perfect condition, missing and broken Thank you

This beautiful and decorative Queen's armchair is made of carved walnut upholstered in black leather with iron-gilded border and decoration. This is a French work in Louis XV style. ...

This is a set of six lunch or dessert porcelain plates from the Collection of the Manoir Montsalvy. They belong to the collections #2, 6, 7, 10, 11 and 12. They are hand painted with...

The beautiful enamel plaque was crafted in Limoges, a town in northern France. Limoges has long been associated with the production of high quality enamel wares. While to begin with, in the 12th Century, the town was famous for its applied enamel pieces, religious icons, for example, which were crafted in metal with champlevé enamel ornament, Limoges later, in the 15th century, began to paint onto enamel, creating plaques, plates and ewers, which were both religious and secular in character. These local techniques were revived in the mid-19th century, when items like this enamel portrait painting were produced. This enamel portrait is a half-length depiction of a young woman. While her body is faced slightly to the side, she turns her head to look out directly at the viewer. The woman wears a fine, light pink gown...

Monumental Sevres style Floor Urn or Salon Vase and Cover with gilt bronze mounts,decorated with hand-painted maiden, cherubs, flowers and fruit, along with symbols of gardening and ...

Notable for its incredible marquetry case and beautifully embellished Baccarat crystal, this handsome 19th-century cave à liqueur consists of three decanters and 16 cordial glasses. ...

A French 18th century large polychrome Faience lidded soup toureen or entree dish with scallop-shaped edges attributable to Rouen manufacture. This lovely...

An exceptional and rare hand carved French sunburst wall mirror, intricately carved sun rays encircle the central mirror plate, a fine layer of applied gesso and gilt paint to the su...

A beautiful pair of antique French bedside tables from the late 19th century crafted in elegant Rococo style. These unique tables feature finely hand carved details with urns and flo...

18th Century Mennecy Porcelain Swan Snuff Box, modelled as a swan and decorated in polychrome enamels, the hinged lid revealing a floral interior.

Very Large Pair Antique French Sèvres Style Porcelain Ormolu Vases French, Late 19th Century Height 164cm, width 58cm, depth 46cm This remarkable pair of large vases is created in ...