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!
Antique Framed Oil Painting on Canvas by Dieudonne Jacobs (1887-1967) is a delightful work in pastel hues depicting a lovely springtime scene of a stone bridge over a babbling brook. Dieudonne Jacobs (1887-1967) was born in Liège and spent his life as an artist between the Belgian Ardennes and the French Riviera, especially between Spa and La Garde...
Antique Louis XVI Oval End Table ~ Lamp Table with Carrara Marble is the perfect accent table! No sharp corners anywhere, it features a luxurious Carrara marble top surrounded by brass trim and fence, overlooking the drawer tier which boasts a solid hand-dovetailed mahogany drawer front fitted with a brass knob. Four turned and fluted legs are joined...
Antique Framed Oil Painting on Canvas by Rene Clarot (1882-1972) is a charming retrospective view of a fisherman's dock in a quaint Belgian harbor town set in the late 19th century. Nets are seen drying on the dock, as the fishermen discuss the day's catch. Sails are slack, being allowed to fully dry before tomorrow's excursions. Note the boats are...
Pair Antique French Louis XVI Armchairs ~ Fauteuils feature a timeless design with a contemporary finish. The solid maple frames have been subtly antiqued but retain their natural color for a lighter visual effect. The classical architecture includes oval, contoured seat backs, elegantly curved and padded armrests supported by scrolled arms, and four...
19th Century French Louis XVI Marble Top Display Buffet is a remarkable example of the cabinetmaker's art! Hand-crafted from dense, old-growth oak and given a lovely walnut finish, it can serve as a display platform, a serving surface, a storage cabinet, and a display cabinet all in one! Luxuriously veined beveled marble on top follows the contours of...
Framed Oil Painting on Canvas ~ Port de Plaisance by Pol Renar features a bold post-impressionistic view of a charming seaside village entitled by the artist, and typical of a myriad of Mediterranean villages scattered across the European seaside. Using bold brush strokes and a diverse palette with emphasis on blue hues, the scene depicts charming homes...
Grand 19th Century Louis XIV Liegeoise Triple Armoire is an amazing work of the cabinetmaker's art! Hand-crafted and sculpted from solid old-growth oak, the masters of Liege created a triple door access, with the right two doors opening opposite to each other to create in essence a two door armoire on the right side, accompanied by a one door armoire...
Antique French Louis XVI Mahogany Commode with Carrara Marble is an unusually elegant example of the genre! The luxuriously veined Carrara marble on top makes for the perfect display surface. Directly underneath, the top tier is extremely tailored which enhances the natural beauty of the exotic imported mahogany even more, and accented by Romanesque...
Antique Italian Renaissance Executive Desk with Faux Leather is the perfect choice for a timeless Old World decor. Hand-carved in walnut, it features a beveled edge all around the newly installed faux leather top, with intricate foliate designs on the entire apron all around. This makes the piece a great choice for placement in the center of the room if...
Antique Rustic European Double Pedestal Trestle Dining Table was literally built to last for centuries! Hand-crafted from dense, old-growth seasoned oak, its thick plank top with dovetailed joints is so strong a supporting apron is unnecessary, producing generous 27.5" knee clearance all around, with plenty of overhang for the lord and lady of the castle...
Mid-Century French Walnut Dining Table reflects the tailored architecture of the movement, with a straightforward approach to design that results in a simplistic beauty all its own! The rich grain and natural coloration of the wood shines forth in the finish, with a thick plank top reinforced by an apron that allows for more knee room than most older...
Mid-Century Neogothic Executive Desk by Jansen & Sons of Amsterdam is a splendid result of high-grade materials and expert craftsmanship producing heirloom-quality furnishings that can be enjoyed for generations! The tailored lines of this design show just a hint of the Gothic influence evident in the castellated arches of the doors and front panels,...
19th Century French Napoleon III Period Gilded Mirror represents the regal style that was born during the reign of France's last monarch, a period during which all the styles in French history were revived. This particular beauty features the overall frame shape of the preceding Louis Philippe period, but with extra ornamentation on the crown that is...
Antique Framed Oil Painting on Canvas signed A. Heins is a wonderful depiction of a charming cottage in the woods, rendered with a deft brush on a soft, earth toned palette. The colors used indicate it is a Spring morning, with shadows playing an intricate part of defining the scene. Heins has chosen to emphasize the structure as it sets in the heavily...
Antique French Louis XVI Walnut Desk by Hirler of Alsace is a remarkable example of the revival of classic styles that has occurred dozens of times since the days of the ancient Greeks and Romans. This example was rendered by talented artisans employed by Hirler out of Mulhouse, a charming rural community in the Alsace region near the borders of Germany...
Antique French Louis XVI Walnut Bookcase ~ Bibliotheque by Hirler of Alsace is a remarkable example of the revival of classic styles that has occurred dozens of times since the days of the ancient Greeks and Romans. This example was rendered by talented artisans employed by Hirler out of Mulhouse, a charming rural community in the Alsace region near the...
Antique French Louis XIV Walnut Round Side Marble Top Buffet combines beauty and elegance with form and function, crafted from walnut, marble and solid brass! The design features a stepped front center section with two large cabinet doors, and rounded sides that make it traffic friendly for your room, yet open up to provide storage for smaller objects ~...
Antique French Louis XIV Marble Top Walnut Buffet with Rounded Sides is the combination of style, elegance and efficiency, crafted by master artisans from sumptuous indigenous French walnut. The design features a subtle step front cabinet front and center, flanked by rounded sides which also open to reveal surprising storage while creating a...
Belle Epoque French Walnut Serpentine Armoire from Paris ca.1900 is an exhilarating example of the finest Old World craftsmanship by a noted maker ~ Maison Lalande Devouge Raus & Cie, located at 54 Rue de Charenton in Paris. The firm produced magnificent works of the cabinetmaker's art at the end of the 19th century and into the first decade or two...
18th Century Country French Buffet ~ Credenza will make a splendid addition to any room in the home or office! Hand-crafted from old-growth seasoned hardwoods, it features a lower than usual surface height, making it ideal for behind the desk. This holds true especially because the design includes three drawers and two spacious cabinets, along with the...
Grand 18th Century Country French Louis XIV Armoire was created for a spacious manoir, and is the perfect choice for large scale rooms and/or those who need extra storage in spades! Hand-crafted from dense, old-growth oak to last for centuries, it features a classically inspired architecture including bold molding on the crown and base, with arched doors...
Pair Antique Chinese Hand-Painted Vases will make a colorful addition to your decor. Using several shades of green combined with blue and a brick red, a scene of entertaining at the court is depicted, with flowers, foliates and geometric designs with avian accents covering the entire exteriors. Perfect for displaying flowers or just as accents by...
Antique Framed Oil Painting on Canvas by Dieudonne Jacobs (1887-1967) is a great example of the artist's preference to capture scenes in early morning or late afternoon lighting. Jacobs has beautifully rendered the evening coloration in various shades of blue, gray and a subtle violet, with a splash of greenery in the immediate foreground. The bold...
19th Century French Louis XIV Marble Top Console with Mirror is a magnificent collaboration between expert and talented artisans from three disciplines! First, the cabinetmaker created the table and mirror frame from sumptuous, hand-select French walnut. Second, the glazier hand-beveled the mirror to nestle into the frame behind the overlay carvings. ...
Antique French Directoire Neoclassical Mahogany Console with Carrara Marble is ideal for the efficient floorplan, or for adding a nice finishing touch to any room, including hallways, stairwell landings and entryways. Only 14 inches deep, its concave sides make it very traffic friendly, while the luxurious marble top makes an excellent surface for small...
Antique French Louis XVI Mahogany Coffee Table with Carrara Marble is perfect for adding the finishing formal touch to your entertaining room. Tailored lines include an apron bordered with brass trim connecting four tapered and fluted legs tipped with brass feet. On top appears luxuriously veined Carrara marble surrounded by a gallery style brass...
19th Century Grand Italian Hand-Carved Walnut Hall Tree is a glorious representation of the revival of the Renaissance style that occurred during the waning years of the 1800s. Crafted from richly hued Italian walnut, it features a rectilinear, almost classical architecture including bold molding details from crown to bun feet, but in between are works...
19th Century Grand Italian Hand-Carved Hall Bench is a glorious representation of the revival of the Renaissance style that occurred during the waning years of the 1800s. Crafted from richly hued Italian walnut, it features a rectilinear, almost classical architecture including bold molding details from crown to bun feet, but in between are works of the...
19th Century French Louis XVI Walnut Bookcase is a stately example of classic architecture and design! Fitted with four adjustable shelves it boasts an additional floor behind the door panels for items you do not wish to display at the moment. The panels are beautifully hand-carved depicting a basket bursting with wildflowers and suspended by ribbon,...
Antique French Louis XVI Gilded Trumeau Mirror is ideal for narrow wall spaces, entryways or halls. These are especially good choices for stairwell landings, as well. This example features classical style inspired by the ancient Greeks and Romans, with an oval painting at the top depicting the Goddess Diana attended by a cherub, surrounded in a lavish...
Antique Country French Painted Commode ~ Chest of Drawers features subtle styling and a beautiful patinaed painted finish that is perfect for today's casual decors. The top has been whitewashed and sealed for a contrasting effect, while the main body features a fully painted facade. Three spacious drawers provide ample storage, with each decorated with...
Antique French Louis XVI Mahogany Executive Desk is poised to become the focal point of any office! Crafted from exotic imported mahogany, it features a full wraparound design with subtly rounded front corners and a generous knee well that set it apart from other desks. The generous work surface is supported by a casework that is lavished with classical...
Pair Antique Italian Painted Petite Armchairs were crafted on a diminutive scale, making the pair perfect for cozy seating groups, the bedroom or as accent chairs. The undulating form of the framework completely wraps around the seatback design, connecting to the frame which is similarly contoured and accented with floral and foliate carvings. All four...
Pair Antique French Louis XIII Armchairs with Tapestry Upholstery will make a handsome addition to any room! Tall, fully upholstered seatbacks combine with a generous seat to provide excellent comfort, with the luxurious tapestry upholstery in very good condition, even on the back side of the chairs, making them candidates for placement anywhere in the...
19th Century French Gothic Credenza ~ Cabinet is a testament to centuries of talented artisans handing down their trade to successive generations. The original style was birthed in the middle of the 12th century and has seen revivals ever since. This particular design appears at first glance to be a large trunk, but in fact is a two door credenza, ideal...
18th Century French Louis XVI Commode in Stripped Oak is a magnificent example of the genre, meticulously hand-crafted by master artisans in the neoclassical revival style from dense, old-growth oak. The tailored rectilinear architecture recalls the glory years of ancient Greece & Rome, from the complex multi-tiered molding detail on the top to the...
19th Century French Louis XVI Gilded Mantel Mirror is a definitive example of the neoclassical style revived in the 18th century by King Louis XVI and his name has since been synonymous with the genre. Hand-crafted with great detail on all three sides, with a relatively plain base framing designed to go atop a buffet, mantel or fireplace, for examples,...
Grand 19th Century French Napoleon III Period Giltwood Mantel ~ Floor Mirror is a magnificent expression of the Rococo style, one of the many historical styles that were revived during the reign of the last Emperor of France! Standing over six feet in height, it can be used on the floor or atop a mantel with a high ceiling. The frame feature intricate...
Pair Louis XVI Style Mahogany End Tables ~ Nightstands with Carrara Marble will make perfect symmetrical companions to any seating group or bedside. Designed for placement against a wall, or perhaps backed up to a sofa, each features tailored, neoclassical architecture with rectilinear lines, crafted from fine imported mahogany, with flame grain patterns...
19th Century Framed Oil Painting on Canvas signed Casteleyn is a remarkable example of the genre, popular throughout the centuries and most notably revived during the Napoleon III Period. Here the artist draws the viewer into the scene as if stepping across stones in the brook, while pausing to take in the serene view of the meanderings of the brook,...
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. Three small drawers comprise the top...
Antique Framed Oil Painting on Panel of Capri by Carlo Ciappa (1890 - 1970) is a beautiful depiction of the storied seaside village as it would have appeared in the 18th and 19th centuries, with both fishing boats and pleasure craft plying the panoramic waters of the northern Mediterranean Sea. The rock outcrop in the center of the background has been...
Set of Eight 18th Century Neoclassical Dining Chairs includes 2 Armchairs will make a timeless statement in any room! Hand-crafted from exotic imported mahogany, which was exceptionally difficult to obtain and expensive during the time, each boasts a tailored architecture inspired by ancient artisans, with multiple seat back splats and tapered legs...
Pair 19th Century French Louis XVI Gilded Armchairs ~ Fauteuils are a truly timeless representation of the neoclassic form inspired by the ancient Greeks and Romans! Carved from hand-select hardwood, each features an oval, contoured seat back and generous seat upholstered recently in a high quality embroidered silk fabric. The frames are works of art,...
Set of Four 19th Century French Louis XVI Walnut Salon Chairs with Embroidered Mohair are the perfect choice for any occasional use anywhere in the home. Hand-crafted from sumptuous French walnut, each features a lyre-shaped back framed with lush laurel spray and acanthus plume carved detail, with embroidered ribbon and foliate sewn into the plum colored...
Pair Antique Liegoise Louis XIV Solid Oak Armchairs are perfect for creating a stately presence in any seating group! Hand-crafted from quarter-sawn oak, each features an arched seatback crown with foliate embellishment appearing over the finely crafted and carved seatback that utilizes raised panels, gracious contours and intriguing form for timeless...
Mid-Century Florentine Painted End Table ~ Nightstand is a timeless expression of flair by the master artisans of Tuscany! Light in weight, it was designed to be used anywhere in any room, and to be easily portable for wonderful versatility. The fully serpentine form features elegant curved lines for all aspects except the very surface itself and the...
Antique Louis XVI Mahogany Chiffoniere-Petite Commode with Carrara Marble is the perfect choice for a cozy room, a special niche, between windows, or anywhere a small footprint is required. Not only does it exude classical style that so enamored King Louis XVI, it has been crafted from exotic imported mahogany, embellished with brass trim and ring pulls...
FINAL SALE! Set of 3 Antique Solid Pine Windows with Hand-Rolled Glass are perfect for finishing out your decorating plans, inside or out! Stripped and ready to stain or paint, or just leave natural, they can make an exquisite room divider, a wall hanging, or can be used to actually enclose a window frame. Hand-crafted, each features hand-rolled glass...
Antique Delft Hand-Painted Blue & White Charger depicts the main cathedral in the storied city of Mechelen, now situated in the heart of Belgium. The scene isolates the building without the surrounding structures to call attention to its timeless architecture. The scene is surrounded by multiple concentric rings of foliate bordering. Such works...
Antique Delft Charger by Boch is a beautiful work in Blue & White, hand-painted by a talented artist to depict a charming coastal scene with depiction of a seashore with windmills and various boats, all surrounded by a foliate bordering. Such works were usually displayed like artwork, but occasionally pressed into service for serving special...
Pair 19th Century Carved & Painted Wall Panels will make a unique decorative accent for any neoclassical decor. Hand-sculpted from solid fruitwood, each panel consists of an arched crown bordered with egg & dart motif atop which a floral wreath with ribbon and floral sprays appears. The panel below continues the theme with a full relief floral...
FINAL SALE! Pair 19th Century Painted Interior Doors ~ Plaquards are the perfect choice for a built-in bedroom wardrobe or kitchen cabinet built into the wall! Old-World craftsmanship shows throughout, with pegged mortise & tenon joinery and two-toned distressed painted finish that has a lovely patina for splendid charm!Circa 1880sMeasures 63H x 24W...
19th Century French Gothic Hall Bench was hand-crafted from solid old-growth oak, and features a tailored classical architecture with design embellishments that are definitive of the style. A two-tiered pierced gallery rail creates a crown on the seat back, which in turn features three carved raised panels. Three carved raised panels with different...
Antique Directoire Style Mahogany Petite Vitrine with Carrara Marble was hand-crafted in the mid-1900s out of exotic imported mahogany, then trimmed in brass and fitted with brass drawer and cabinet knobs, then finally topped with elegant Carrara marble for a clean, tailored look that blends so well with a huge variety of decor styles! The design is also...
19th Century French Louis Philippe Period Giltwood Mantel Mirror is proof positive why this style has remained continuously popular for over 175 years! Tailored architecture and gently rounded upper shoulders create a stately, restrained elegance. Look closely and you'll see the gesso showing through the original gold leaf, with an embossed pattern...
Set of Nine 18th Century French Directoire Dining Chairs is a relatively rare find, especially with this level of quality and preservation! The diamond pattern mohair is of the best quality but showing its age, so probably best replaced in the near future. The frames are solid sycamore, and feature double-pegged mortise & tenon joinery with...
19th Century Country French Buffet ~ Argentier in Stripped Oak combines timeless provincial style with the convenience of drawers fully lined and formed to store all your silverware! Hand-crafted and sculpted from dense, old-growth quarter-sawn oak, with a luxurious finish that approaches that of walnut in appearance. The rectangular solid plank top...
FINAL SALE! Pair Antique Spelter Statues of Provincial Couple are the French equivalent of Grant Wood's American Gothic, with a handsome French country couple in modest garments depicted in their homestead environment. The male figure is holding what appears to be a lantern, while the female figure is holding a broad bladed shovel, indicating who in the...
FINAL SALE! Pair Antique Spelter Statues "Tribute to Women in Industry", recognizes the industry's many contributions to society. In this example, an ironworker appears with sledge in hand next to his trusty anvil. The spelter has been given a patinaed bronze finish, and the statue are set upon a lavishly adorned pediment for an opulent effect, which...
Greek Neoclassical Painted Armbench ~ Large is a splendid re-imagining of the classical style as first pioneered by the ancient Greeks, then later the Romans, over two thousand years ago! The armrests are shaped like today's bolsters, framed by wooden uprights that are highlighted with a rosette and subtle gold trim. The same gold trim treatment...
Greek Neoclassical Painted Armbench ~ Small is a splendid re-imagining of the classical style as first pioneered by the ancient Greeks, then later the Romans, over two thousand years ago! The armrests are shaped like today's bolsters, framed by wooden uprights that are highlighted with a rosette and subtle gold trim. The same gold trim treatment...
18th Century French Neoclassical Chest of Drawers in Stripped Oak will make a splendid addition to your timeless decor! Hand-crafted from solid planks of old-growth seasoned oak, it features a generous surface with an overhang supported all around by a tier of dentil molding. Underneath we find framed planks on each side, and fluted corners facing the...
Pair Antique Delft Hand-Painted Blue & White Vases are a splendid collectible that was created for the lucrative European market where the clay was treated with a tin solution before glazing resulting in a unique and highly desirable finish that lasts for centuries! This pair features a charming transferware pattern that emphasizes the classic...
Antique Framed Oil Painting on Canvas by Leon Meechelaere (1880-1964) is a splendid representation of the ancient city of Bruges, that at one time was the preeminent port for that part of Europe, eclipsed eventually by Antwerp and now Rotterdam. The wealth accumulated in the city brought forth a treasure trove of art and architecture, with the city's...
18th Century Country French Louis XIII Buffet in Stripped Oak is a masterpiece of craftsmanship where the artisans used centuries-old techniques and tools almost as old to create works of the cabinetmaker's art designed to last for generation after generation! Utilizing dense, old-growth indigenous oak, the craftsmen fashioned the top from solid planks...
19th Century Framed Oil Painting on Canvas by L. Delderenne (1864-1921) is a captivating view of the Alps that provided the artist with inspiration to immortalize the scene. The snowmelt from the peaks in the background creates the rocky creek that dominates the foreground, inviting the viewer into the scene to appreciate nature's glory. Note how the...
Antique English Neoclassical Marble Top Walnut Chest of Drawers was designed to add stately flair to any room, while providing abundant storage and a carefree surface. The brick red finely veined marble top sits inside the beveled and contoured molding of the top, overlooking the drawer facade which features finely veneered walnut framed with molding and...
Antique Framed Oil Painting on Canvas by Omer Coppens (1864–1926) is a splendid study in realism by the artist, at once depicting a typical day in a rural life while simultaneously inviting the viewer into the scene as if to be welcomed home. Judicious use of earth tones and shadows indicates an early morning time frame. Note the intriguing composition...
18th Century Framed Oil Painting on Wood Panel of Wachau, Austria is a superlative hillside view of the fabled city as it would have appeared over a century ago. The artist has taken cues from master pastoral painters and added his unique perspective plus intriguing cloud formations to provide intriguing visual appeal. Coloration remains vibrant from...
19th Century French Louis XVI Gilded Mantel Mirror is a testament to the master craftsmen of France, who have been leaders in the production of mirrors for centuries! This example features a stately neoclassical design all around, with a meticulously detailed framework leading the eye up to the subtly arched crown between notched corners. Centered on...
18th Century Rustic Dutch Buffet ~ Cabinet in Stripped Oak is a timeless example of functionality and utility, with a visual allure only enhanced by the time-honored craftsmanship and sheer natural beauty of the old-growth wood, revealed in all its splendor by our proprietary stripping process. Thick planks of oak make up the entire casework, from the...