Early 19th Century English Sideboard ~ Credenza exhibits an English Colonial style, and is a perfect size as a companion piece in any room!  Crafted from solid planks of old-growth oak, even on the back side, it was designed to serve for centuries.  The solid plank top features a nicely beveled edge, and overlooks a trio of drawers fitted with brass bale...

19th Century Copper, Brass & Wood Egg Poacher is a clever cooking implement that evolved over the years to this form, which was state of the art at the time.  Solid brass base was durable, while copper was used for affixing the wooden handle probably due to its easier malleability and availability.  The wooden handle kept it cool for handling, with a...

19th Century Hand-Hammered Brass Double-Handled Pot was the product of a talented metalsmith, and features an interesting design with equally interesting embellishments!  The ovoid opening at the top is designed to work with the handles on each side to make pouring a simple task.  The handles are generously proportioned and ergonomically shaped, and join...

19th Century French Hand-Carved Wall Panel will make a splendid addition to your fireplace mantel, atop a buffet or console, or just as a free hanging decoration!  The three dimensionality of the work creates impressive visual appeal.  One notices a gothic architecture yet with Renaissance influence in the center subject depicting a pair of storks holding...

19th Century French Louis XVI Painted Footstool ~ Vanity Bench represents a tailored expression of the neoclassical revival that for all practical purposes never really ended!  Hand-crafted from seasoned fruitwood, it features four tailored, tapered legs with a bun form towards the top just before they join to the apron.  The apron is of a Greek form,...

Earliy 18th Century French Louis XIII Fruitwood Homme Debout ~ Bonnetiere is a timeless reminder of necessity being the mother of invention!  Most would agree the bonnetiere came first, allowing ladies to doff their headgear upon entering the home in a specially designed cabinet located near the most often used doorway.  Gentlemen soon realized that a...

Antique Copper & Brass Jardiniere ~ Planter is a visually striking combination of copper above and below a cylinder made from paneled brass.  Cast brass lions' heads with rings make attractive handles, with three lions' paws feet for support.  Ideal for use inside or out, it will add panache to your potted plants and fresh flowers.Circa early...

19th Century Hand-Hammered Copper Pot with Riveted Seams & Handles will make a perfect decorative accent for any rustic or Country French decor.  Formed from solid copper, it features a copper handle held with loops that are hammered and riveted to the sides.  The side is formed from one sheet wrapped around into a cylinder then riveted together.  A...

Antique Bronze Mortar & Pestle is a particularly intriguing artifact inspired by a bygone era!  Although cast during the early half of the 20th century, it features a prominent commemorative date of 1607, undoubtedly significant to the person or group that had it produced.  The originals were cast in the same foundries that produced cannons and other...

19th Century French Renaissance Walnut Marble Top Raised Buffet is a celebration of the style, with stylized interpretations of naturalistic forms that are truly amazing to behold!  Whimsical Norsemen appear where normally rosettes would be carved flanking each of the three beautifully carved drawers across the top, just underneath the luxuriously veined...

Antique French Spelter Statue of Maiden by Rullony was created during the early years of the Art Deco Period, with the beautiful subject in a classical pose holding tobacco leaves above her head.  Attractive young women frequently appeared in markets and auction houses to enhance the buying experience.  This particular maiden is dressed in flowing robes...

Antique French Louis XIV Canape ~ Sofa will bring a truly regal air to your room, along with some surprisingly comfortable seating!  Hand-crafted from thick planks and posts of solid old-growth oak, it features a triple seatback design features three arches with carved foliates over an urn-shaped backsplat also carved with foliates.  The seatback is...

Pair Antique French Louis XIV Armchairs ~ Fauteuils will bring a truly regal air to your room, along with some surprisingly comfortable seating!  Hand-crafted from thick planks and posts of solid old-growth oak, each features an arched seatback design with carved foliates over an urn-shaped backsplat also carved with foliates.  The seatback is connected...

Pair Mid-Century Solid Wood Sculpted Armchairs were hand-crafted from planks of old-growth sycamore, and feature a wonderfully contoured and ergonomic design!  The shield shaped seatback is perfectly contoured to provide flair and comfort simultaneously.  The armrests are angled up to conform to the relaxed positioning of the design which includes a...

19th Century French Copper Souffle Form would be easily recognized by any gourmet cook, but is still considered a rarity today.  We just happen to have three from the same collection in stock as this missive is written, if you act fast!  Each was hand formed from solid copper then fitted with handles for flipping, each handle being riveted and soldered to...

Set of Five 18th Century Hand-Painted Delft Vases including 3 Lidded Urns, also known as a garniture, elevate the blue & white art form to a special place, all having been hand-painted by one artist with matching themes of the persistent angler!  The set includes three lidded urns, with birds feeding on fruit adorning the lids, and a shield shaped urn...

19th Century Dutch Colonial Chest of Drawers is a handsome combination of understated elegance and pure functionality! Hand-crafted by master artisans from old growth oak and hand-cast bronze, it features an intricately scrolled and beveled top overlooking solid plank sides and subtly contoured drawer facades in the front.  The four drawers all feature...

18th Century Country French Buffet a Deux Corps ~ Two Tiered Cabinet represents the state of the art furnishings from the time of the founding of our great nation!  Time-honored woodworking techniques that were handed down from generation to generation were employed, utilizing dense, seasoned indigenous old-growth chestnut and oak to create a magnificent...

Antique Framed Oil Painting on Canvas by Leon de Fechereux (1884-1941) is an intense post-impressionist work of a charming cottage in Pommiers in northern France in the Pas de Calais and Arras regions.  The name literally translates to "apples" for which the region is so well known.  Here we see an apple tree in full bloom during springtime with the hint...

19th Century French Empire Style Walnut Side Chair reflects the more restrained aspects that eventually became known as the Directoire style, yet was made during the Second Empire in accordance with Napoleon III's general revival of all French styles over the course of his reign and influence.  Hand-crafted from fine French walnut that is ever so scarce...

18th Century French Louis XVI Neoclassical Painted End Table is a classic example of talented rural artisans emulating the styles of the court.  Louis XVI is known for reviving the classic architecture of ancient Greece and Rome, displayed here in the rectilinear style including projecting corners appearing over the subtly tapered and fluted legs.  The...

Mid-Century French Painted Wrought Iron and Glass Round Coffee Table is the perfect choice for protected outdoor entertaining or interior casual decors that need a little panache!  The thick glass top will provide carefree daily use, and features a beveled and bead blasted edge that eliminates sharp edges.  Stylish support is provided by an intricate...

Pair 19th Century French Louis XV Walnut Armchairs ~ Fauteuils are a great choice for a comfortable seating group while providing subtle style and timeless design!  Hand-crafted from solid walnut, each features a medium-height arched seatback.  Generously sized armrests are gracefully scrolled, and supported by scrolled uprights, all of which are...

Antique French Louis XV Kidney Shaped Marquetry End Table combines convenient size with double the surface area plus incredible artistry.  Utilizing various shades of walnut and satinwood, the two surfaces feature oriented grain for added visual appeal, with the top boasting a border around minute parquetry canvas upon which the woodworker expressed his...

Pair Antique French Louis XVI Painted Armchairs with Cane and Fabric will make a great addition to any room.  The classical styling inspired by ancient Greek and Roman architecture has never gone out of style for three millennia, and this version features ergonomic, beautifully upholstered seats coupled with contoured, oval seatbacks fitted with cane for...

Mid-Century English Stripped Chest of Drawers makes a great choice for an understated elegant, yet casual decor!  Perfect for keeping one's garments organized, there are three small drawer, four medium-sized drawers, and one full width drawer, all accessed with brass knobs or ring bales.  The tailored molding above encircles the solid planks on the top,...

Antique French Louis XIV Serpentine Walnut Buffet is an extraordinary example of the breed, with complex contours and naturalistic form combined with artistic sculptural adornment to create a visual treasure!  With no straight lines in the design, the top has been contoured to follow the serpentine sides and concave plus convex front facade, with...

Antique Italian Renaissance Two-Piece Bar ~ Counter in Walnut will make an unforgettable statement in your family room or entertainment room!  Sold as a set, it includes two virtually identical grand buffets with one including an exquisitely carved backsplash with gryffins and corbels supporting an upper cabinet tier.  Carved from select walnut in its...

Swedish Style Painted Side Chair ~ Dining Chair is a modern adaptation of the Gustavian look that is all the rage these days!  Hand-crafted from solid Siberian Oak, then given a painted finish with just a touch of distressing, it features a triple split-splat back with subtle carved detail, and tapered legs with durable, neutral colored upholstery ~ a...

19th Century French Cast Iron Cafe Table ~ Sofa Table with Carrara Marble is a splendid example of the Belle Epoque, originally crafted as a table for a cafe or bakery that could be placed anywhere, even in front of the large glass display windows so customers could enjoy their treats while viewing the city sights.  The Carrara marble makes for a...

Antique Bronze Statue of Dog on Black Marble Base depicts man's best friend in a seated but alert pose, ready to accommodate his master's bidding.  An excellent paperweight, bookend, or decorative item, it has been rendered in lifelike detail in solid bronze, set on an oval platform with an oval black marble base which adds elegance and lowers the center...

Antique Grand Louis XIV Demilune Marble Top Buffet ~ Credenza is a marvel of the cabinetmaker's art!  The entire facade, from wall to wall, is one grandly executed demilune curvature, accentuated by the 4cm variegated marble top finished with a boldly beveled edging.  The casework, although on tape measures just under 8 feet in width, has a much smaller...

19th Century Dutch Drop Leaf Table ~ Demilune Console is one of the more unusual tables we've carried in the past three decades!  Hand-crafted from solid planks and turned from solid timbers of old growth oak, its design features a single leaf that folds down, and when open, one of the three boldly styled legs is actually split and mounted on a gate to...

19th Century Dutch Renaissance Wall Vitrine is perfect for keeping a collection of small valuable items dust-free and on full display!  Hand-crafted from old-growth oak, it features a finely molded casework with a bold crown that also can serve as a shallow shelf display space.  Under the crown is a beautifully carved bonnet with neoclassical theme,...

Pair 17th Century Louis XIII Barley Twist Armchairs are perfect for adding an Old World touch to any decor.  Hand-crafted from solid old-growth French walnut, each features a framework of clockwise and counter-clockwise barley twist columns and supports, interconnected with extraordinarily precise craftsmanship to remain strong for centuries.  The...