18th Century French Louis XIV Cabinet ~ Armoire in Stripped Oak is a majestic testament to the incredible craftsmen of France, who combined architecture, style and timeless flair into one impressive piece. Utilizing indigenous old-growth white oak, a bold arched crown was fashioned, boldly molded in multiple tiers to accentuate the impact, and...
19th Century Rustic Country French Fruitwood Coffee Table is a charming ode to the bygone era of lovingly hand-crafted furnishings being the norm, not the exception! Utilizing old-growth fruitwood from trees that no longer bore fruit, the artisans selected solid planks and timbers to create a sturdy, long lasting table using time honored techniques like...
Antique Venetian Wall Mirror with Mirrored Frame hails from the region in Europe famously known for its glass works for centuries. This example continues the traditions with a pleasingly contoured framework set at a slight angle out from the main reflecting surface, and adorned with cut floral and foliate patterns all around. The framework has also been...
Antique Framed Oil Painting on Panel by Dieudonne Jacobs (1887-1967) is a splendid work inspired by the sun setting over the Mediterranean coast. Jacobs has masterfully rendered the scene with the rocky coast interacting with the ripples of the waves which also reflect the waning daylight. Note how the artist has created texture with bold brush strokes,...
Antique Framed hand painted Oil Painting on Canvas is a charming work producing a three dimensional illusion as if the cherubs were carved from marble! An excellent romantic example of the Trompe L'oeil effect. Survives in its original frame.Circa early 1900sMeasures 38.5H x 29.5W
19th Century French Louis XIV Patinaed Bronze & Gilt Bronze Chandelier is a master work of the Belle Epoque Period! Meticulously hand-cast in solid bronze with gilt bronze accents, it was designed for an opulent home before the days of widespread availability of electric lighting. One can definitely see an Italianate influence in the expression of...
Antique Framed Oil Painting on Canvas by Jean Matthieu Jamsin (1882-1965) is a classic example of the pastoral work wherein the artist has been captivated by a particularly beautiful woodland scene alongside a rock-strewn creek. The naturalistic forms that the trees depict act like markers along the creek, and the artist has chosen to concentrate on the...
19th Century French Renaissance Carved Walnut Bookcase ~ Vitrine is an amazing example of the wood sculptor's art! The entire framework, each door, and all moldings have been carved to an amazing degree of detail and artistry. Starting at the crown molding which displays four distinct design patterns including acanthus leaves in realistic detail, the...
18th Century Country French Whitewashed Buffet ~ Enfilade is the ideal choice for a tailored, casual decor with the warmth of old-growth oak with a wash that brings out the light grays and whites. Crafted entirely from solid planks and posts, it features a generous surface upon which you can serve or display in style, while providing capacious storage...
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