French Antiques

An 18th-century French solid elm farm table, perfect for anchoring a dining room or workspace. The top is made from four long elm planks, whose beautiful patina combines with the kn...

A beautiful and highly decorative sculptural wooden tripod chair, made in the early 20th century in France. The chair is constructed entirely from solid wood and features a simple t...

Elegant French Louis XVI-style gueridon featuring a round mirrored top surrounded by an ornate pierced brass gallery. The table is raised on a turned wooden pedestal with a graceful ...

Few 19th-century French faience services embody the elegance, artistic refinement and poetic spirit of the Japonisme movement as beautifully as Jules Vieillard Bordeaux’s celebrated “Nella” pattern. More than a dinner service, this remarkable ensemble is a hand-painted work of art, where every piece celebrates nature through an extraordinary variety of exotic birds, flowering branches, butterflies and delicate insects. No two plates are exactly alike, making each place setting a unique composition while preserving the perfect harmony of the whole. Founded in Bordeaux in 1845, the Jules Vieillard manufactory became one of France’s most prestigious ceramic producers. By the 1870s it employed nearly 1,300 craftsmen, ranking among the country’s leading faience manufacturers. Its artistic creations were celebrated at the great international exhibitions of the nineteenth century, including the Gold Medal awarded at the Paris Universal Exposition of 1878, a distinction that firmly established the international reputation of the Bordeaux factory. Created during this golden period, the “Nella” pattern is now regarded as one of the manufactory’s finest and rarest achievements. Inspired by the discovery of Japanese art in Europe during the second half of the nineteenth century, it perfectly reflects the new decorative language that transformed European ceramics. Every piece was individually moulded in fine faience, fired, then meticulously hand-painted by master decorators using coloured enamels before receiving its final transparent glaze and being fired once again. This demanding process ensured exceptional brilliance while allowing each painter complete artistic freedom. Rather than reproducing a single repetitive design, every plate was intentionally decorated with its own individual composition. Kingfishers, parrots and other exotic birds rest upon blossoming branches of prunus, peonies, irises and wild roses. Butterflies, dragonflies and tiny ladybirds animate the white ground with remarkable delicacy, creating the impression of a living garden. The asymmetrical compositions, generous areas of untouched white and graceful movement throughout the decoration perfectly express the refined aesthetic of French Japonisme. Complete “Nella” services have become extraordinarily scarce. Intended for everyday use within distinguished households, most examples were gradually dispersed or damaged over nearly one hundred and fifty years. Today, large coherent ensembles with their original serving pieces seldom appear on the international market. According to family history, this exceptional service remained for generations in an elegant maison de maître on the French Riviera before entering the antiques market. Unlike most surviving examples, which are composed predominantly of plates, this magnificent ensemble retains an unusually rich selection of original serving pieces together with its complete coffee service, making it equally desirable for collectors, designers and prestigious private residences. Composition — 83 Pieces * 27 Dinner Plates – Ø 25 cm (9.84 in) * 14 Soup Plates – Ø 25.5 cm (10.04 in) * 16 Dessert Plates – Ø 22.5 cm (8.86 in) * 1 Covered Soup Tureen * 2 Covered Vegetable Tureens * 1 Covered Serving Dish * 2 Large Oval Serving Platters * 1 Large Fish Platter * 1 Shell-Shaped Compotier * 2 Covered Sauce Boats with Attached Stands * 1 Covered Mustard Pot * 1 Coffee Pot * 1 Covered Sugar Bowl * 1 Milk Jug * 10 Coffee Cups * 11 Coffee Saucers Every piece bears the JVB factory mark beneath, while the principal serving pieces are additionally marked “Nella”, confirming the authenticity of this prestigious model. The overall condition is exceptional considering its age of approximately 150 years. The enamels retain remarkable freshness and brilliance, while the glaze remains beautifully preserved. Minor imperfections are limited to a few discreet hairlines, one deep serving dish displaying slight age-related darkening, one coffee saucer with noticeable staining and the expected traces of careful domestic use accumulated over generations. These small imperfections are entirely consistent with the age of the service and do not detract from its extraordinary visual impact. More than simply an antique dinner service...

A French oak workbench from the 19th Century feels sturdy in its squared-off design yet light in its openness. The top is made from a single plank of oak, which measures 2 ¾” thick,...

A Rare Wood and Silvered Bronze French Cigar Humidor by Charles Guillaume Diehl and Jean Brandely, C. 1860, Paris This extraordinary cigar humidor, crafted by the esteemed French ...

Found in France, this tall Louis Philippe mirror dates from the 1860s. The silver gilt frame is 54.5” tall and is subtly etched with a leafy vine border. Not sure if the mirror glass...

An elegant rectangular solid wood tray, featuring a surrounding wooden gallery with brass fittings accentuating the corners. Its understated, refined design highlights the wood's natural beauty and the patina it has acquired over time. With its integrated side handles, this tray is as practical as it is decorative. It is perfect for display on a table, sideboard, or console—whether for serving drinks, showcasing decorative objects, or acting as a catch-all tray. A beautiful antique piece blending functionality with elegance, ideal for classic, country-chic, or timeless interiors. Style : Classic Napoleon III French Rustic chic Elegant 19th century Key Features : Solid wood Brass fittings Integrated handles Beautiful original patina French-made 19th century Serving tray Decorative and functional object Sturdy construction Keywords : wood serving tray, antique wooden tray, brass tray, French antique tray, serving tray with handles, wooden butler tray, brass-mounted tray, 19th-century tray, antique home decor, vintage serving tray, antique wood tray...

This impressive French copper stock pot dates from the 19th-century and reflects the exceptional craftsmanship associated with traditional French culinary copperware. Constructed fro...

An Exceptional Victorian Chesterfield Sofa with Impressive Proportions This is such a beautiful sofa, a truly rare example that has been constructed and traditionally upholstered to...

19th Century Aubusson Tapestry – Fox Hunting Scene in the 18th Century Style A fine 19th century Aubusson tapestry, woven in the style of the celebrated French tapestries of the 18t...

This is a 19th-C. French Louis Philippe giltwood mirror with a Greek key pattern and beaded molding. The water-gilt and the embossed Greek key pattern have red undertones. It dates a...

French Majolica strawberries plate circa 1880 Luneville.

BEAUTIFUL Antique French Oak Louis XIII Style Renaissance Revival Writing Desk with Drawers and Barley Twist Legs and Stretcher ~~c. 1890s With so many people working from home, DES...

Small 19th Century Majolica Wild Rose Vase Delphin Massier Table vase decoration , very rare form and size. 4 inches height , Width 2.5 inches. The Massier family are known for the q...

Antique French Butcher Block Baker’s Table Pétrin Farmhouse Kitchen Island c1790. Direct from France, a rare antique French butcher block baker’s table (Pétrin), featuring a massive...

Ancient Audenarde Tapestry, circa 1600 – “Hasdrubal, Hannibal’s Brother, in the Hands of the Romans” Historical scene from the Second Punic War, woven in wool and silk, richly decor...

The "Antique Paintings" category, "Landscape Paintings," features this exquisite antique landscape painting in a round format featuring a large tree and countryside, an oil painting...

Antique French Louis XVI upholstered settee or canapé en corbeille featuring a curved barrel back. Originally, the frame to our Louis XVI chair was painted in layers: close-ups detai...

Unusual French Majolica asparagus plate with 3 spaces unsigned, circa 1890.

This charming French 19th century provincial buffet is crafted in beautifully aged solid walnut, showcasing the warm natural character, pronounced grain, and rustic patina that make ...

Antique Napoleon III jewelry box, crafted in France during the mid 19th century. Made of ebonized wood with Boulle marquetry on the lid and finely chiseled gilt bronze ornamentation ...

A characterful French oak dining table dating to around 1850, crafted in solid oak with the warm, tactile patina that only 19th‑century provincial furniture develops. The tabletop is...

This is a beautiful Burl of walnut with inlay around the drawers French Restauration Period Commode. It has a grey Saint-Anne marble top.

This nineteenth-century French mirror shows restrained neoclassical lines and a softly aged painted surface. The proportions are measured and the detailing understated, with an aged ...

Beautiful French Louis Philippe commode dating to the mid-19th century, featuring a warm bleached walnut finish that beautifully highlights the natural grain and character of the woo...

French Majolica pink daisy plate Orchies, circa 1890.

A magnificent example of late 19th-century French craftsmanship, this extraordinary chandelier embodies the elegance and refinement of the Belle Époque. Dating from circa 1890, it fe...

A handsome late 19th-century French Napoleon III style ebonized bookcase, distinguished by its elegant proportions and unusually practical small scale. Measuring 82 inches high, 48½ ...

A 19th century French Louis Philippe bibliothèque, the display cabinet is handcrafted from gorgeously figured mahogany and two glass-front doors. The clean, architectural lines allow...

This antique anatomy print of the whole brain from above and below is an original 1866 hand coloured lithograph from Hirschfeld and Leveille's Nevrologie atlas, published in Paris by...

This antique anatomy print of the phrenic nerves and the opened thorax is an original 1866 hand coloured lithograph from Hirschfeld and Leveille's Nevrologie atlas, published in Pari...

Elegant French 19th-century Empire console featuring a painted finish, long rectangular top, and architectural column supports with decorative carved capitals. The lower shelf and sy...

Beautiful and complete tricycle horse with its cast iron details with a stunning patina. Amazing period piece. This type of 19th century French velocipede tricycle horse was origina...

A glorious Louis XVI style canapé-settee from 19th century France, with parcel gilt details to enhance the neoclassical motifs of the white painted frame. Distinctive peaks rise at t...

This charming walnut farm table comes from the beautiful Saȏne-et-Loire department of Burgundy, France. The solid walnut presents a rich, yet warm coloration; its patinated surfaces ...

Beautiful weathered oak winged angel head Renaissance ornament. France, 16/ 17th century. Weathered Measurements include the wooden pedestal.

Beautiful French 19th-century large tapestry depicting a picturesque pastoral landscape with cranes, water, trees, a village, and a windmill. The finely detailed scenic composition i...

Made in France in the nineteenth century, this decorative birdcage is built as an architectural model and finished in paint, part of a tradition in which cages were fashioned to rese...

A delicate set of eight Haviland Limoges porcelain plates, made in France and decorated with soft pink and blue floral sprays over a luminous white porcelain ground. Each plate featu...

Handcrafted in Southern France during the late 19th century, circa 1870, this exceptional terracotta jar captures the rustic soul of regional French pottery. The vessel is enveloped ...

This superb Set of 8 French Dining Chairs are made with Fruitwood and a beige cotton fabric. They are French Directoire Style.

This late 19th century French walnut Louis XVI style bench or banquette features classic hand-carved motifs of rosettes at the die joints and rais-de-coeur along the apron. Scrolled ...

Antique Louis XV Style French Provincial Sofa Settee W Brunschwig & Fils.

A French Louis Philippe Walnut Commode, c. 1840s. Features a rectangular form made from walnut with book matched veneer burled drawer fronts and Saint Anne Des Pyrenees Marble top. ...

A charming late 19th Century or early 20th Century French painted storage cupboard. Of elegant architectural form, the cupboard features a moulded cornice above a decorative frieze ...

A majolica ceramic cachepot, France, 19th century, richly decorated in a style typical of the decorative production of the period. This piece is distinguished by its flowing, sculptu...

Elegant French commode dating to the 19th century, crafted in richly figured walnut with beautifully matched, highly expressive grain across the three-drawer façade. The commode is t...

A beautiful French zinc decorative horse head trade sign from the late 19th century with great details on the mane and musculature. France, circa 1880-1900. Beautiful weathered and s...

This small scale early nineteenth century French Empire period book matched walnut console table features a black marble top with white veining. A single drawer of dovetail construct...

A handsome late 19th-century French Louis XIV style dining table, crafted from solid oak and sourced in Provence, France. The rectangular tabletop is constructed from wide oak planks...

19th century burl walnut commode from France. This is a lovely piece. The top is made from beautifully grained walnut, with slight shrinkage on the left side of the top surface f...

A monumental 19th-century French sculpture in the form of an expressive lion's head, dating to circa 1860-1880 and masterfully crafted from pressed zinc. This type of decorative meta...

Finely Crafted Cloisonné Enamel Inkwell in Gilt Bronze France, late 19th century Dimensions: H x W x D: 6 x 7 x 7 cm Finely Crafted Cloisonné Enamel Inkwell in Gilt Bronze Finely...

A striking antique French tapestry pillow featuring a romantic floral composition woven across a warm olive and antique-gold background. The design combines several varieties of styl...

French Majolica strawberries plate Orchies, circa 1890.

A French 19th century Louis Philippe mirror in an arched, silver gilt frame enhanced by dark oxidation and craquelure texture. Etched into the frame is an elegant, scrolling floral m...

A very lovely mid-19th century Garden Bench from the Provence region of France. Beautifully constructed in a curvilinear form from painted iron. Sits very comfortably with excellen...

18th Century French Toile Peinte. Of bucolic scenes with haymaking and a chateau.

A rare fragment of late Gothic craftsmanship from 15th‑century France, this carved oak panel reveals the architectural poetry of medieval tracery. The design features intersecting po...