All six containers arriving at our Dallas Design District showroom for 2019 are filled with treasures from the Continent ~ over 1,000 new items from which to choose!
Country French warmth and enduring craftsmanship define this substantial set of ten dining chairs, executed in solid oak in the Country Louis XIII style. Inspired by the 17th-century French tradition, this style is celebrated for its confident turnings, grounded proportions, and architectural integrity—qualities beautifully expressed throughout the...
A pair of monumental Gothic Revival display bookcases in solid oak, designed with architectural height and elegant proportion. Their scale creates a sense of grandeur and distinction, while the refined lines and open glazing lend a light, airy presence to the room.Inspired by the romantic ideals of the Gothic Revival movement, the design reflects the...
A grand and beautifully proportioned 18th century Gustavian period bench, embodying the refined elegance of the Louis XVI neoclassical influence that shaped Swedish design. The silhouette is both graceful and architectural, with gently curved, gondola-like arms that lend softness and movement to the structured frame. Its balanced lines and restrained...
A substantial rustic French country dining table crafted in solid oak, generous in size and presence. The table has been carefully stripped, allowing the natural character of the wood to emerge while retaining the honest patina developed over time. The soft, bleached tone highlights the grain and texture, bringing warmth and authenticity into today’s...
A grand Italian Baroque mirror, carved in wood and finished in warm gilt, dating to the mid-20th century. The design reflects the enduring influence of the Italian Baroque tradition, with its fluid movement, pierced carving, and naturalistic ornament.The frame is richly detailed with scrolling acanthus leaves and rhythmic C-scrolls that sweep across the...
A beautifully proportioned Belgian Louis XVI transitional table, crafted in rich solid walnut and reflecting the graceful shift from late Louis XV curves toward the refined symmetry of the neoclassical movement. The silhouette maintains subtle softness while embracing the clean, disciplined lines that define the Louis XVI aesthetic.The table is crowned...
Pair 19th Century Country French Hunt Style Hand-Carved Oak Plaques is a striking pair executed on a generous scale and richly detailed in the beloved hunt tradition of the late 19th to early 20th century. Rooted in the heritage of provincial France, such carvings once adorned the walls of rural estates and countryside homes, celebrating the rhythms of...
19th Century French Renaissance Hunt Bookcase ~ Bibliotheque is a majestic example of the breed, soaring to over eight feet in height and commanding a presence in any room! Designed for an aristocratic family who had access to large tracts of land good for hunting, the carvings on the piece celebrate successful hunts, which meant rich and elegant dining...
An exceptional 19th century Italian Rococo three-door display bookcase, masterfully hand-carved from solid walnut and sculpted with the fluid, animated lines that define the Rococo tradition. The gracefully arched crown rises in bold, rhythmic curves, centered by an intricate crest of scrolling foliage. The shaped doors echo the movement above, while the...
Rich in medieval inspiration and carved with confident detail, this French oak Gothic Revival buffet ~ credenza captures the romantic spirit of France’s architectural past. Crafted in the early 20th century, it reflects the era’s renewed fascination with Gothic design, interpreted through the warmth and solidity of traditional oak furniture.The façade is...
At this time, a companion buffet from the same original set is also available ~ sold separately ~ offering the opportunity to acquire the pair if you act fast! This refined 19th century Louis XIV Liégeois oak display buffet ~ credenza is distinguished by its classical discipline and the confident craftsmanship for which the Liège region is so admired. The...
At this time, a companion buffet from the same original set is also available ~ sold separately ~ offering the opportunity to acquire the pair if you act fast! This refined 19th century Louis XVI Liégeois oak display buffet ~ credenza is distinguished by its classical discipline and the confident craftsmanship for which the Liège region is so admired. The...
Rustic mid-century trestle table crafted of solid oak, distinguished by its balanced architectural proportions and clean lines. The rectangular top is confidently scaled with a generous overhang at each end, lending the silhouette both presence and grace.Carved barley-twist legs introduce subtle movement while remaining grounded in traditional form,...
19th Century Liégeois Louis XIV two-door buffet reflecting the proud carving traditions of the Liège region, where furniture was crafted with depth, movement, and enduring character. Influenced by the Régence period — the graceful transition between the grandeur of Louis XIV and the lighter spirit of Louis XV — the piece balances strong architectural...
A true Louis XVI period commode from 18th century Liège, reflecting the refined Neoclassical ideals embraced in this distinguished Belgian region. Influenced by the French court yet interpreted with the quiet strength of Liégeoise craftsmanship, the piece embodies symmetry, proportion, and disciplined ornament.The drawer fronts are richly hand-carved with...
A refined late 19th century Liégeois display buffet, beautifully executed in richly grained oak and crowned with its original Rouge Griotte Breccia marble top. The carving reflects the Régence influence so often seen in Liège cabinetry — balanced, symmetrical, and confidently sculpted, bridging the grandeur of Louis XIV and the emerging softness of Louis...
A superb example of the Liégeois tradition, this 19th century Belgian oak buffet showcases the robust carving and architectural presence for which the region of Liège is so admired. The façade is richly sculpted with flowing scrollwork, paneled doors, and a shaped apron, all balanced by strong vertical stiles that give the piece structure and authority. ...
Inspired by the storied cabinetry of Liège, this beautifully crafted oak commode reflects the graceful movement of the Louis XV tradition, interpreted with the slightly simplified strength that defines the Liégeois aesthetic. The façade flows with gentle curves, carved scrollwork, and a shaped apron that lends the piece its unmistakable European...
An exceptional 18th century Swedish Gustavian period bench, reflecting the disciplined elegance that defined the Neoclassical movement in Scandinavia during the reign of Gustav III. Its architectural silhouette, refined spindled back, fluted legs, and restrained carved detail embody the lightness and balance for which Swedish design is so admired.The...
The trestle table is one of the oldest and most enduring forms in European design, favored for centuries for its strength, simplicity, and ability to gather people together. This French mid-century example carries that noble lineage forward with quiet confidence.Crafted entirely of solid oak, the generous oval top is supported by two beautifully turned...
This 19th century Liégeoise bookcase embodies the quiet confidence of the Neoclassical tradition~balanced, architectural, and enduring. Its tiered silhouette and disciplined symmetry reflect a period when proportion and craftsmanship were paramount, and when furniture was built to stand the test of generations.The interplay of glazed upper panels and...
This elegant French bookcase dates to the Louis Philippe period, a time in the 1840s when design turned toward comfort, balance, and livable beauty. Under the reign of King Louis Philippe, furniture moved away from courtly excess and embraced a quieter refinement—pieces meant for real homes, filled with books, conversation, and family life.Crafted in...
A richly carved 19th century oak hunt buffet executed in the Renaissance Revival style, celebrating the romanticized love of the hunt that became so fashionable in France during the second half of the 1800s. Solid oak throughout, the piece reflects the deep respect 19th century craftsmen held for the grandeur of 16th century French châteaux,...
An exceptional 19th century French porcelain vase executed in the Sèvres style, reflecting the celebrated aesthetic that emerged from the royal manufactory at Sèvres in the 18th century and continued to influence French decorative arts well into the 19th century. While no factory marks are present, the quality of the porcelain body, the richness of the...
A charming 19th century Country French oak bonnetière, embodying the quiet romance of provincial living. Originally intended for the storage of bonnets and linens, the bonnetière evolved into a refined yet practical single-door armoire — modest in scale yet rich in character.Crafted in solid oak, this piece reflects the relaxed elegance that defines...
A distinguished 19th century French hunt style bookcase, hand-carved from solid oak and inspired by the grand country châteaux of France where the sporting tradition flourished. This commanding two-part bookcase reflects the romance and dignity of a nineteenth century library, where carved oak cabinetry lined the walls beneath coffered ceilings and tall...
A refined Louis XVI petite bookcase crafted in solid oak, distinguished by its balanced proportions and restrained neoclassical detail. The molded cornice is accented with a carved frieze of delicate foliate motifs, echoed by carved corner ornaments that lend subtle architectural definition to the façade.The upper doors are glazed and fitted with pleated...
A richly detailed Renaissance Revival mirror dating from the late 19th century into the early 20th century, reflecting the renewed fascination with historic European design that flourished during this period. The oval beveled glass is framed by an intricately hand-carved surround, featuring stylized dragons emerging from scrolling foliage ~ decorative...
Elegant mid-century French Louis XVI bedside table crafted in richly toned mahogany and crowned with luminous Carrara marble, enclosed by a pierced brass gallery. This refined neoclassical piece reflects the enduring influence of 18th-century French design — a style revived in the mid-20th century with disciplined lines, architectural clarity, and...
Distinguished by its elongated rectangular form and generous proportions, this French Louis XVI side table offers both presence and refinement. Crafted in rich mahogany during the mid-20th-century neoclassical revival, it reflects the disciplined symmetry and architectural clarity that define the Louis XVI aesthetic—an enduring interpretation of ancient...
This refined French Louis XVI mahogany buffet with Carrara marble top makes a handsome and enduring addition to any interior. Inspired by the disciplined symmetry of ancient Greece and Rome, its tailored rectilinear architecture is softened by subtle French nuances, creating a balance of strength and elegance that feels both classical and livable.Executed...
This refined French Louis XVI mahogany buffet with Carrara marble top makes a handsome and enduring addition to any interior. Inspired by the disciplined symmetry of ancient Greece and Rome, its tailored rectilinear architecture is softened by subtle French nuances, creating a balance of strength and elegance that feels both classical and livable.Executed...
19th Century Dutch Neoclassical Mirror boasts an antique charm that is hard to deny! The tailored, Louis XVI inspired frame is consistent on all four sides, making it able to be hung vertically or horizontally as your needs may dictate. The frame design is a tailored dentil fluting with a patinaed gold finish that complements the weathered silver of the...
An elegant 19th century French Louis XVI transitional mirror, constructed with a wood frame finished in hand-applied gesso and gold leaf. The arched crest is beautifully adorned with a neoclassical arrangement of laurel wreath, crossed quiver and torch, and ribbon detailing ~ classical motifs symbolizing triumph, love, and virtue. The gently shaped...
Antique Country French Chiffoniere ~ Chest of Drawers is perfect for storage and organization while occupying a small footprint on the room's floor plan. Only sixteen and a half inches deep, it is perfect for high traffic zones as well. Six drawers all feature a subtle bowfront shape, plus carvings of stylized shell and foliates mated with a finely cast...
Antique Country French Petite Buffet ~ Confiturier is the perfect choice for a cozy niche, seating group companion, or even beside the bed. Crafted from solid oak, it features delightful carved accents on the door, drawer and apron, plus a finely detailed brass ring pull and key guard. The little one door buffet design was originally conceived to hold...
Antique Country French Walnut Buffet ~ Trois Porte Enfilade has become an unusual find in the last few years, and this example is in excellent condition! The beveled top follows the contours of the center bow front on the casework below, and features a herringbone veneer pattern that is most attractive. Three drawers and three cabinets are unusual for a...
Antique Country French Louis XIV Stripped Oak Commode ~ Chest of Drawers reflects a casual elegance that is decidedly French yet universal in appeal! Hand-crafted and carved from solid oak, it features a beveled plank top that follows the very subtle bowfront contours of the casework below. Three yawning full width drawers open to reveal cavernous...
This exceptional 19th-century French Gothic Writing Desk is crafted from richly patinaed solid walnut and showcases the dramatic architectural character of the Gothic Revival period. The desk is topped with a hand-tooled sheepskin leather writing surface, beautifully aged with a warm, timeworn glow that speaks to generations of use. The apron and...
19th Century French Louis XVI Mahogany Commode with Carrara Marble will make an elegant addition to any decor! Completely hand-crafted from exotic imported mahogany, it features a tailored neoclassical architecture, with straight lines mixed with rounded corners protruding from the front, and of course four tapered and fluted round legs with brass tipped...
19th Century French Louis XVI Mahogany Buffet with Cararra Marble combines subtle elegance with functionality and performs it all in style! Crafted from exotic imported mahogany, it features a tailored architecture and surprisingly spacious interior. Four tapered and fluted legs with brass feet transition to the fluted corner posts above, which flank...
Vintage Country French Oak Chiffoniere ~ Lingerie Chest will make a charming addition to any room! Originally designed for storage of under garments, it became popular anywhere a functional piece was needed that occupied a minimal amount of floor space. The shallow design makes it ideal for high traffic areas and cozy rooms. Crafted from oak, it...
18th Century French Louis XVI Period Commode in Stripped Oak recalls a time when closets were non-existent, and commodes and armoires were used for clothes storage. This impressive example features a tailored architecture that includes roundels in triplicate across each drawer facade, into which are placed bronze ring pulls with cast bronze guards or at...
Vintage Rustic European Stripped Oak Trestle Dining Table is perfect for casual dining, the breakfast room, or anywhere you need a good sturdy table that will last for decades! Hand-crafted from dense oak, it features a thick solid plank top that is so strong a supporting apron is not needed, providing ample knee room most antique tables don't. The...
A beautiful French 19th-century hand-painted porcelain jardinière / cachepot, made to coordinate with the matching pair of vases. The softly flared form is decorated with a finely detailed pastoral sheep scene in delicate, atmospheric tones, with wonderful landscape depth and traditional French charm. The rich blue “base” is hand-painted directly on the...
A striking pair of 19th-century French vases, hand-painted in the Limoges-quality style, featuring beautifully detailed pastoral scenes with rams and sheep set in a softly atmospheric landscape. Each vase is rendered in delicate tones with fine brushwork—misty foliage, trees, and ground cover—then elevated with rich gilded banding at the rim and subtle...
Antique Spanish Gentleman's Cabinet with Wrought Iron was conceived as a piece that the Don of the Hacienda could use to divest his hat, cloak, gloves and boots upon arrival at home. Separated into an upper cabinet, lower cabinet with a drawer in between, this example was crafted from solid old-growth oak, then fitted with wrought iron hinges, ring pulls...
Antique Country French Louis XV Oak Commode ~ Chest of Drawers is a definitive example of the style, rendered from solid oak to literally last for centuries! The contoured top features rather unusual protruding corners that overlook the rounded corner posts that have been embellished with floral and foliate carvings. The three drawer facades and apron...
Antique French Louis XVI Mahogany Carrara Marble Top Commode blends elegance with classic, timeless design through fine craftsmanship and careful attention to detail. Crafted from exotic imported mahogany, the casework features tailored lines enhanced by protruding corner posts with the front ones being rounded and fluted, blending into the tapered and...
19th Century Country French Armoire Du Marriage from Normandie was a traditional gift to a newly wed couple that dates back hundreds of years in France! This one is a particularly wonderful example of skilled rural craftsmanship wed with select indigenous white oak to create a master work that was literally designed to last for centuries! The bold crown...
19th Century Rustic Dutch Neoclassical Raised Cabinet was designed for an affluent household that had the space and necessity for a convenient cabinet to place in hallways or high-traffic areas that provided a nice shallow surface or two, plus a bit of storage. This example, rendered from dense, old-growth white oak, features a solid plank top situated...
19th Century French Gothic Hall Bench with Trunk is a stately example of the genre which dates back to the middle of the 12th century in France! Hand-crafted from solid oak, it features a high seat back to create an impressive visual effect that overlooks a bench with armrests. The high seat of the trunk portion indicates it was made for taller folks...
Antique Hand-Painted Opaline Glass Flower Vase features a graceful, elegant shape inspired by ancient Greek architecture, and was embellished by a talented artist with rich lavender, white and gold paint in a wonderful Neoclassical interpretation of vines and berry clusters. Perfect for adding a finishing touch to your decor!Circa 1920sMeasures 12H x 4.5...
Italian Rococo Giltwood Wall Mirror has been hand-carved in the elaborate style that was derived from the Baroque movement, providing a lighter, airy, more naturalistic design inspired by the sheer untamed beauty of nature that surrounds us all. Stylized shell, foliate and floral motifs appear in abundance around the entire framework, pierce-carved...
Exquisite French opaline glass perfume bottle in the refined Limoges-quality style, featuring a luminous white body and an elegant, traditional silhouette. Topped with a large spherical stopper and finished with gilt/bronze trim at the neck and base, this piece has that unmistakable French sophistication—simple, classic, and beautifully made. A timeless...
Pair 18th Century French Hand Carved Wood Angels are a remarkable work of devotion, with a serene countenance imparted by the sculptor onto the faces of both angels. One, with wings outspread, gestures as if speaking to the other, whose wings are folded. The angels appear on puffs of clouds, with turned wood bases. Remnants of the original finish are...
Antique French Louis XVI Mahogany Commode with Carrara Marble will make an elegant addition to any decor! Crafted from exotic imported mahogany, it features a tailored neoclassical architecture, with straight lines mixed with rounded corners protruding from the front, and of course four tapered and fluted round legs with brass tipped feet. What appears...
Antique French Louis XVI Giltwood Demilune Console with Carrara Marble is a masterpiece of elegance that will provide the perfect accent to any entryway, hallway or landing. Hand-carved with full coverage foliate spray motifs in bas relief across the entire apron, it features extended plinth blocks over each leg that are enhanced with rectangular...
Antique Liegoise Louis XIV Credenza with Lattice Doors is a remarkably well preserved example of the fine craftsmanship produced in the region for centuries! Hand-crafted from indigenous old-growth oak, it features a classical architecture embellished by carved detail inspired by the Baroque period of which the Sun King was so fond. The design is...
19th Century Rustic Country French Trestle Banquet Table was designed for a larger family, and intended to last for generation after generation. Hand-crafted from dense, old-growth oak, it features thick planks for the top, supported by a minimal apron all around that is recessed on the ends allowing armchairs to nestle up to the head and foot of the...
18th Century Country French Homme Debout ~ Bonnetiere is the gentleman's answer to the lady's bonnetiere, a specialized miniature armoire designed to be placed near a most-used entry in which one could store bonnets and other outer garments upon arrival home. Here the gentleman's version provides a place for hats and other garments above, gloves in the...
19th Century Liegoise Louis XIV Three Door Buffet is a classic example of the master craftsmanship of the artisans of Liege, a storied region located in the heart of northern Europe famed for its industry and traditions dating back centuries. This example features timeless Louis XIV styling with an intricately contoured and molded casework with a...
19th Century French Renaissance Trunk dated 1877 is a truly special keepsake piece your family can enjoy for generations! Commemorating the date of 1877 on one side and the initial B on the other, it was probably produced as a wedding or anniversary gift for a lucky couple. The panels appear older than that date, so it is possible the chest was created...
Early 19th Century French Empire Period Marble Top Console ~ Pier Table is an amazing example of the style that launched a revolution felt around the Western World. Highly talented artisans used exotic imported mahogany from the Americas to produce pieces that literally last for centuries. Named after the First Empire established by Napoleon Bonaparte,...
18th Century French Louis XV Walnut Buffet ~ Credenza with Carrara Marble is a testament to the superlative craftsmanship in the provinces of France during the period who strove to follow the style leads dictated by the courts. In this case, a subtle Louis XV style has been created, with elegantly curvaceous cabinet door panels and molding detail, all...
Neoclassic Arched Multi-Pane Mantel Mirror ~ Floor Mirror is a newly made creation that was designed to emulate centuries-old styling and European grandeur with a subtle spire-top shape with arched colonnade framework, all finished in a distressed painted finish that adds character and visual appeal. What's more ~ since we have two as of this writing,...
Antique Framed Nautical Oil Painting on Panel ~ Signed is a scene played out every morning during the past couple of centuries along the coast where quaint little fishing villages made their living off the sea. Here the fishing fleet is setting off in the wee hours to get to the prime fishing spots first. The mainsail, a gaff rig, was used to maneuver...
19th Century Framed Oil Painting on Canvas is an astonishing expression of color inspired by autumn in the Ardennes where the ancient old-growth forests have been the site of some of history's most impactful turning points. This work which intriguingly remains unsigned, was obviously influenced by the French impressionists, yet the work exudes an...
19th Century French Louis XVI Walnut Commode was hand-crafted from select French walnut, and features timeless architecture inspired by the ancient Greek and Roman masters. The subtle bowed front to the casework is immediately obvious, but the hand-carved embellishment across the facade steals the show with the upper drawer featuring a fanciful French...
Antique Country French Walnut Desk ~ Writing Table is a classic piece with understated elegance that is perfect for completing a home office, serve as a vanity table, or even behind a sofa. Crafted from fine walnut, it features a rectangular beveled top made from solid planks joined together with pegged mortise & tenon technique, also used for the...
19th Century French Louis Philippe Silver Mirror is a staple of classic design, amazingly approaching its second century of existence soon! Such mirrors were considered a luxury for the affluent during this time period, and only appeared in the finer homes. This example displays the traditional tailored architecture with upper rounded shoulders and a...
Antique French Louis XVI Mahogany Commode with Carrara Marble will make an elegant addition to any decor! Crafted from exotic imported mahogany, it features a tailored neoclassical architecture, with straight lines mixed with rounded corners protruding from the front, and of course four tapered and fluted round legs. What appears to be three small...