19th Century Door converted to Wrought Iron Dining Table represents a clever "repurposing" of a splendid dovetailed, hand-crafted solid oak entry door that retains vestiges of its last two paint jobs, now lain on its side and supported by a recently hand-fabricated wrought iron base.  The graceful scrollwork of the base lends incredible visual appeal, and...

19th Century French Barbotine Covered Asparagus Server with Matching Platter by Keller & Guerin is another rare find, to be sure!  Surviving together for over a century, each still displays rich coloration thanks to the proprietary painting and glazing methods by the well-known French ceramic masters at Keller & Guerin.  Note the server bottom for...

Antique Renaissance Hall Bench is a wonderful example of the genre, produced on a relatively diminutive scale making it easy to accommodate niches or cozy spaces.  Hand-crafted from solid oak to last for generations, it features timeless carved detail that starts with the seatback crown depicting a crouching lion flanked by scrolled foliate designs.  The...

Antique Framed Coat of Arms Plaque is an interesting artifact that will make a splendid decorative touch to any masculine decor.  Such memorials were produced to honor the passing of a notable member of a guild or prominent member of a particular community.  This work indicates noble lineage, indicated by the crown, knight's helmet, and pair of emblematic...

Early 19th Century Swedish Neoclassical Painted Vitrine ~ Bookcase is a stunning find from the rarefied world of Gustavian-influenced Swedish cabinet works that glorified the revival of classic architecture as originally designed by the ancient Greek and Roman civilizations.  In this design, a trapezoidal casework accentuates one's ability to view the...

Pair Antique Needlepoint Works in Original Bakelite Frames are delightful works in needlepoint as well as petite point, creating wonderful detail using the coloration of the threads to create images.  In this case, two distinct floral bouquets of wildflowers together with roses are the subjects.  The natural earth tones coupled with the subtle, toned down...

Antique Framed Oil Painting on Canvas signed E.X. Chaouet is a captivating pastoral inspired by the rolling hills around the northern French plains.  Here we see depicted an early Fall period, with colors just starting to change.  From the artist's vantage point, once can see the last vista of the valley before the geography opens to a plain upon which a...

18th Century Swedish Gustavian Period Painted Buffet will make a handsome addition to your collection, and a stylistic touch to your decor! Hand-crafted from indigenous old-growth pine that has hardwood properties, it features a neoclassical architecture with diamond forms molded into the drawers and cabinet doors.  The center narrow drawer was designed...

Early 19th Century Swedish Painted Commode ~ Chest of Drawers is a timeless example of the craftsmanship and artistry in cabinetmaking for which the Swedes are well known.  Their reputation also extends into shipbuilding, as an anecdote, illustrated by the historical display of the Vasa, although the naval architect would not be included in the...

Pair Antique Country French Louis XV Round Nightstands were crafted from oak to last for centuries!  The round tops make them exceptionally easy to place in the room, and being round and fully finished, they work in any room as well, making perfect accompaniments to any seating group.  Two doors are mirrored, with left side hinges on one and right side on...

19th Century French Louis XVI Neoclassical Rosewood Marble Top Semainier ~ Tall Chest is not a concept exclusive to French craftsmen, but arguably executed by the French better than all the rest!  Hand-crafted from exotic imported rosewood, this design was fitted with seven drawers to literally provide a drawer for every day of the week, hence the name...

19th Century Hand-Painted French Plate signed by Marie Branne is a remarkable work of the ceramicist's art!  Ever so slightly impressionistic in form, it features a scene played out thousand of times a day in meadows across the continent depicting a bird eyeing its next meal.  Thorns, thistles and wildflowers combine with the naturalistic greenery for a...

Mid-Century Hand-Painted Porcelain Platter by Boch ~ La Louviere is a wonderful example of traditional craftsmanship produced by talented artisans who painstakingly hand-painted the background and foliate motifs in the circular pattern around the perimeter of this lovely platter.  The two handles were accented in gold as well for a finishing touch. ...

19th Century Rustic European Wooden Bowl was hand-crafted by the village cooper who also made barrels for the community using the same techniques handed down from generation to generation.  Sturdy oak staves were steamed and fitted together then secured by hot iron wire that contracted when it cooled to tighten the joints.  Perfect as a saucer for a...

Pair 19th Century Etched Glass Lamp Globes were designed for oil lanterns which were the dominant source of interior lighting prior to the widespread use of electric lighting around the turn of the 20th century.  Amazingly well-preserved, each is artistically created with an urn form and a pointed-tipped pie-crust rim, then the glass was smoked to render...

18th Century Swedish Neoclassical Painted Secretary Desk will make the perfect addition to your home whether your decor is modern, traditional, classic or rustic!  Hand-crafted from dense, old-growth pine that is similar in characteristics to today's hardwoods, it features a classic design with tailored lines enhanced by the distressed, patinaed painted...

Decorative Stained Glass Medallion is an ingenious preservation effort to reconstitute fragments of stained glass works that have succumbed to the ravages of time so that they can be enjoyed for many more decades to come.  Use to brighten up a window, hang on a wall or door, or even as a Christmas ornament!Original glass used dates to 18th century.A nice...

Decorative Stained Glass Medallion is an ingenious idea by the artist who signed the work at the top, to reconstitute fragments of stained glass works that have succumbed to the ravages of time so that they can be enjoyed for many more decades to come.  Use to brighten up a window, hang on a wall or door, or even as a Christmas ornament!Original glass...

Early 19th Century French Directoire Mahogany Center Table is a stunningly well-preserved example of the neoclassic-inspired design that occurred in France right after the demise of Napoleon Bonaparte.  The tailored architecture of the Empire design was retained, but bronze ornamentation and other fanciful decorative accents were eliminated creating an...

Pair 19th Century French Louis XV - Regence Armchairs ~ Bergeres are an incredibly stylish way to add comfortable seating to your favorite room!  Upholstered in a very high-quality tapestry fabric, each was sculpted from fine French walnut, and features not a single straight line in the entire framework!  The double arched seat back crown is centered with...

19th Century French Copper Egg Poacher will make a charming decorative accent!Circa 1870sMeasures 2H x 10 in diameter

Set of Mid-Century Chinese Black Lacquer and Enamel Nesting Tables will make a colorful and useful addition to any room!  Four tables total in the set, with each table progressively smaller to nestle into the adjacent table to create a compact package of one, or to use in various combinations when needed.  Each table features a similar bordering theme,...

19th Century French Louis XVI Mahogany Armoire with Ormolu is an exquisite example of the excellence in design and craftsmanship found in Paris during the later years of the 1800s.  Drawing from ancient Greek and Roman architecture, the neoclassical revival presented stately pieces that literally stand the test of time.  Crafted from select imported...

Antique French Renaissance Octagonal Drop Leaf Gate Leg Table is a great choice for the efficient floor plan!  Hand-crafted from solid oak, it features a drop leaf gate leg design that compresses down to a tabletop only 34.5W x 11D, perfect for stashing against the wall, behind a chair or sofa, or generally keeping out of the way.  However, with the two...

19th Century Country French Walnut Pannetiere ~ Breadbox was considered essential to any well-appointed home back in the days before supermarkets and ordering groceries online!  Every day the family would be obliged to produce their own bread from scratch, using the breadbox or petrin for preparation of the dough.  Once the bread was baked, the...

Antique French Petite Oval Gilded and Silvered Wall Mirror is a charming representation of the neoclassical style rendered with a silver and gold finish that combines the appearance of the two precious metals which was the impetus behind the creation of electrum, a naturally occurring alloy of gold, silver and sometimes copper, which appears in records...

Pair Antique Italian Renaissance Side Chairs are elaborate expressions of the style, celebrating the beauty and majesty of earthly wonders in sculpted wood.  The high, arched seatbacks are contoured for comfort, and feature foliates, scrollwork, rosettes and more, all with a pierce-carved seatback splat.  Fine tapestry upholstery with a complementary...

Antique Drop Leaf Spool Leg End Table is a marvel of design and craftsmanship on a wonderfully diminutive scale!  Four spooled legs are connected below with stretchers and tipped with teardrop shaped feet, and support the framework of the apron above, upon which is mounted an intriguing top~ The square top is fitted with four demilune shaped leaves, each...

Antique French Petite Oval Gilded and Silvered Wall Mirror is a charming representation of the neoclassical style rendered with a silver and gold finish that combines the appearance of the two precious metals which was the impetus behind the creation of electrum, a naturally occurring alloy of gold, silver and sometimes copper, which appears in records...

Antique French Louis XV Painted Occasional Table represents the essence of tailored elegance, with a subtle architectural design that includes an rectangular top supported by a tailored apron all around, and four very subtly scrolled legs, each of which is accentuated by carved embellishments in the neoclassic theme augmenting the otherwise Louis XV...

Grand 18th Century French Louis XIV Step-Front Buffet was hand-crafted for a spacious chateau with a large family, and although the tape measure indicates its maximum depth at the center, with the sides recessed it makes a surprisingly small footprint in the room, perfect for high-traffic areas!  Stretching almost 10 feet in total width, it boasts four...

Antique Dutch Neoclassical Petite Vitrine ~ Curio Cabinet is a marvelous example of craftsmanship on a diminutive scale!  Standing a little over four feet in height, it is the perfect choice for a cozy niche, under an open stairway, or in a corner.  Designed with a trapezoidal casework, it maximizes one's ability to view the items displayed within on the...

19th Century French Louis XIV Walnut Armchair with Needlepoint Tapestry is a remarkable example of sculpture that also happens to be a comfortable chair!  Hand-carved from select French blonde walnut, it features the boldly artistic stylings that are a hallmark of the Louis XIV genre, from the elegantly arched seatback carved with grapes, acanthus plumes...

19th Century French Second Empire Period Marble Top Buffet is a timeless example of the magnificent furnishings that emanated from France during the reign of Napoleon III.  Using exotic imported mahogany, flame pattern veneering adorns the entire front facade, accented with cast bronze decoration on the drawer with finely detailed pulls, both above and...

Set of Eight 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Neoclassical Dining Chairs were very recently reupholstered in a high quality fabric and will make a great choice for your dining and entertaining pleasure!  Each chair was styled in a classical revival design which includes a contoured, rounded seat back crown over a splat sculpted to depict a Greek urn...