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 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 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...
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,...
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,...
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...
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...
Grand Antique French Renaissance Walnut Bookcase will make a stunning statement in your favorite room! Hand-carved from fine walnut, it features a bold neoclassical architecture that has been lavished with full relief carved detail inspired by the Renaissance for the best of both worlds. The multi-tiered crown features dentil molding over a frieze that...
19th Century Framed Oil Painting on Canvas is a striking composition ~ capturing a windy day along the part of land just off the coast that is not directly adjacent to the sea yet still receives the characteristic weather. The dominant feature of the work are the trees in the left foreground, and it is immediately obvious they are subjected to strong...
19th Century French Louis XVI Walnut Nightstand 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 ~ artistically depicting an urn, shell, floral...
19th Century French Louis XVI Walnut Bed accepts a full size mattress set with ease! Hand-crafted from select French walnut, it features timeless architecture inspired by the ancient Greek and Roman masters. The squared headboard is embellished with hand-carved bordering and fine molded detail, as are the bed rails, but the footboard steals the show. ...
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 Framed Oil Painting on Canvas by Euphrasia Loutchinsky (1887-1974) is a particularly impressive work showcasing the artist's talents. She was born in St.Petersburg and graduated from the Smolny Institute. What we do know is she was incredibly gifted, indeed! This work fills the canvas with a vivid array of colorful blooms in a simple white...
Antique Grand Italian Renaissance Walnut Buffet will make an unforgettable statement in your family room or entertainment room! Crafted from select walnut in its entirety, its impressive carved and sculpted detail is too abundant to fully cover herein, but we will try! Fishscale bordering over dentil molding wraps around the edge of the serving surface...
19th Century French Louis XVI Mahogany Commode with Carrara Marble will make a stunning addition to any room! Featuring tailored architecture inspired by the ancient Greeks and Romans, this model appears to have three small drawers at the top, when in fact, it has three full width drawers, complete with fancy cast brass embossed ring pulls with guards,...
Antique French Baroque Mazarin Bronze Chandelier represents the stately elegance that defines the Louis XIV style, and was meticulously cast in solid bronze then polished for a lustrous, golden effect. Several links of the original chain, plus the original canopy survive with the fixture, which consists of a mace-like central shaft adorned with embossed...
Mid-Century Chesterfield Sofa with Tufted Leather will create a classic club look for your room, and provide sumptuous comfort in the bargain! Thick, cushioned wraparound seat back with tufts combine with thick, comfortable cushions to help you relax in style. Accommodates up to three adults. The rich leather is upholstered all around making the set...
19th Century Country French Louis XVI Painted Secretaire is a marvelous example of rural artisans in the provinces emulating the styles in current favor of the court. In the instance of King Louis XVI, the neoclassical style was revived in all its glory, recalling the masters of ancient Greek and Roman architecture and style. The slant front secretaire...
19th Century French Louis Philippe Period Giltwood Mirror represents the essence of the age, when tailored architecture melded with opulent yet restrained elegance to produce a style that has remained popular for nearly two centuries and counting! The entire framework consists of a triple-tiered molding detail that surrounds the final layer of beaded...
Pair of 19th Century French Louis XVI Walnut Armchairs ~ Fauteuils represents the epitome of the neoclassic style! Lovingly hand-crafted from select, sumptuous French walnut, each features a tailored architecture enhanced by scrolled armrest supports, tapered legs, a bowed apron and lavish wood sculpture adornment. Most noticeable is the spray of laurel...
Pair of 19th Century French Louis XVI Walnut Armchairs ~ Bergeres represents the epitome of the neoclassic style! Lovingly hand-crafted from select, sumptuous French walnut, each features a tailored architecture enhanced by scrolled armrest supports, tapered legs, a bowed apron and lavish wood sculpture adornment. Most noticeable is the spray of laurel...
19th Century French Louis XVI Walnut Canape ~ Sofa represents the epitome of the neoclassic style! Lovingly hand-crafted from select, sumptuous French walnut, it features a tailored architecture enhanced by scrolled armrest supports, tapered legs, a bowed apron and lavish wood sculpture adornment. Most noticeable is the spray of laurel with ribbon...
Pair Antique French Directoire Neoclassical End Tables with Carrara Marble are ideal companions for any setting. Hand-crafted from exotic imported mahogany, each has been given a finish on all four sides making placement in the middle of the room an option. One immediately notices the luxurious Carrara marble top, surrounded by a pierced brass gallery...
19th Century French Louis XVI Mahogany Marble Top Gueridon ~ Round End Table was crafted by master artisans during the Belle Epoque, and features jewelry-quality bronze castings as adornment around the entire perimeter. Lovingly crafted from exotic imported mahogany, it features a perfectly circular shape, which makes it ideal for any seating group in...
19th Century Country French Buffet in Stripped Oak is ideal for enhancing a casual decor. Featuring two spacious cabinets and no less than seven drawers, it can be used in any room for any purpose. Crafted from dense, old-growth oak, it features a solid plank top with tailored casework enhanced by carved detail across the facade and an undulating apron...
Grand Antique French Louis XIV Serpentine Commode in Stripped Oak features no less than eight drawers! Perfect for keeping everything organized and in its place, and doing it in style, this piece was fashioned from solid oak, and features a serpentine design allowing it to remain shallow against the wall for optimum traffic flow in the room. Each drawer...
19th Century Country French Buffet in Stripped Oak is ideal for enhancing a casual decor. Featuring two spacious cabinets and no less than seven drawers, it can be used in any room for any purpose. Crafted from dense, old-growth oak, it features a solid plank top with tailored casework enhanced by carved detail across the facade and an undulating apron...
Vintage Framed Oil Painting on Canvas by L. Gebhardt is a stunningly realistic portrayal of the classic "Two Maidens at the Well" re-imagined with simply dressed maidens accompanied by a young sibling, perhaps, who is fascinated by the water. The pensive mood of one of the maidens is complemented by the advisory stance of the other. One can only imagine...
19th Century French Walnut Neoclassical Bookcase blends Renaissance-inspired carved decorative motifs with architecture inspired by the ancient Greek and Roman civilizations. Fashioned from sumptuous French walnut, it features a rectilinear case highlighted by bold molding detail. The crown sports a raised shell and foliate embellishment flanked by a...
Antique French Louis XVI Mahogany Commode with Carrara Marble is a stunning testament to impeccable style! Hand-crafted from exotic imported mahogany, it features three full width drawers embellished with brass trim molding, embossed brass ring pulls, cast brass key guards, and even rectangular rosettes for extra accent. Even the tapered legs sport...
19th Century French Renaissance Sculptural Leather Top Writing Table ~ Desk is a spectacular tribute to the wood sculptor's art! A brace of magnificently rendered cherubs appear on each side, flanked by finely carved columns which transition into the apron featuring three-dimensional foliate scrollworks that culminate in a crown over each cherub's...
Set of 10 Antique Liegoise Dining Chairs includes 2 Armchairs were hand-crafted by master artisans to reflect the Louis XIV style so popular amongst the storied craftsmen of the region over the centuries. Utilizing indigenous select oak, each chair was crafted to last for decade after decade, with ergonomically contoured seat backs with vertical splats...
Framed Oil Painting on Canvas by Colin Graeme (1858-1910) dated 1902 is a stunning work, considered by art historians to be definitive of the genre. Although the focus is on the horse and dogs depicted in the composition, the artist's attention to the landscape and even a flock of birds creates a mesmerizing backdrop. The innocence of the animals is...
Antique Apothecary Cabinet ~ Credenza in Distressed Painted Pine will make a splendid addition to your family room! Constructed out of solid yellow pine known for its durability, it features no less than 20 drawers, each with its own cast iron drawer pull and hand-painted enamel label, signifying in Latin what potion, medicine or compound is within. At...
19th Century French Louis XVI Giltwood Mirror will add a classic and timeless accent to any room! Vertically oriented, rectilinear architecture is enhanced by spiral ribbon and beaded trim, but most notably on the sculpture above and below. Below we see scrollwork with floral and foliates, while above is a grand laurel wreath atop a brace of laurel...
Framed Oil Painting on Canvas by P. Colson celebrates a Ray of Sunshine in Autumn. Set in its original decorative gold frame, it appears the artist was traveling down a country path and was inspired by the fall scenery. The intriguing composition is made more compelling by the impressionistic style. The autumnal color palette is also of note, with a...
Pair French Louis XVI Painted Side Tables ~ Nightstands with Carrara Marble will create a light yet vibrant visual effect in any room! Painted in an antique white crackle finish, the finish has been over-painted with elegant floral sprays in the front and a floral bouquet on each side, along with attendant pastel bordering. Fluted corners are rounded in...
Pair Napoleon III Period Bronze Floral Candelabra are the perfect choice to provide a finishing touch on a mantel, buffet, window sill or any other surface! Designed to be less than 6" in depth, they'll fit even on shallow surfaces. Cast in solid bronze to last for centuries, each of the pair features an intricately detailed embossed foliate pedestal...
Pair 19th Century French Louis XVI Painted Oval End Tables with Marble are a superlative find! Crafted in the neoclassical style in an oval shape, with oval openings on front and back and caned sides, they are remarkably light in visual impact, yet each provides three marble surfaces for your utter enjoyment. The intricately embellished casework...
Antique French Louis XVI Mahogany Vitrine with Carrara Marble was meticulously created of the utmost quality in both materials and craftsmanship! Exotic imported mahogany was used for the casework, enhanced by bronze and brass with matching gold highlights in the flutes of the corner post columns. A Greek wave motif dominates the crown, cast in solid...
Grand Antique French Louis XVI Mahogany Marble Top Buffet a l'Etrusque will add classic elegance to any room on a large scale. Crafted from select imported mahogany, hand-crafted brass and luxurious Carrara marble, it stretches just over eight feet in width. Elongated, tapered and fluted legs reduce its visual mass for a more refined effect. The...
Rustic Antique Double Pedestal Banquet Table was literally designed to last for centuries! Utilizing thick planks and beams of solid old-growth elm wood, the artisans who crafted it used a thick top so sturdy that an apron is unnecessary, allowing substantially more knee room than typical antique dining tables. Stretching over 8 feet in length, and with...
Early 19th Century Italian Baroque Faux-Sienna Marble Console hails from Florence, whose rich history in art and architecture spans centuries. Some of the world's most famous figures and styles have originated or been inspired by the city. The Baroque style that swept Europe and then the world was manifested in the Tuscan hills as well. The tailored...
19th Century French Gothic Credenza is a remarkable work of the cabinet maker's art, featuring tailored architecture melded with the timeless intricacies of the style that dates back to the 12th century in France! Solid planks of oak were used throughout, including even the back, which was hand chamfered. Finely fashioned steel hinge plates accompany...
18th Century Swedish Neoclassical Painted Corner Vitrine ~ Curio Cabinet is the perfect choice to decorate and utilize what is usually dead space in a room ~ the corner! Hand-crafted, then sculpted and painted to highlight the carvings, it features patina and character galore. The tailored classical design is two tiered, and includes fluted corner posts...
19th Century French Napoleon III Period Grand Oval Center Table is large enough to serve as an intimate dining table! Hand-crafted from dense, old-growth oak to literally last for centuries, it features an oval shape defined by what is today called "bullnose" edge treatment over a tailored apron with half-round trim. The support for the table top is...
Antique Framed Oil Painting on Canvas by L. VanMeerbeek is an intriguing work with a visual effect that is at once subtle yet defines the impact of the work. The composition seems to be angular, with the right third of the canvas projecting towards the viewer, with a distinct boundary that represents a background with more relaxed perspective projecting...
Antique French Louis XVI Mahogany Marble Top Oval Bouillotte Table represents an understated elegance that is perfect for the tailored yet refined decor. Unusual to find in an oval shape, it was hand-crafted from exotic imported mahogany, it features a round apron interrupted by fluted plinth blocks that serve as mounts for the four tapered and fluted...
Grand 19th Century Renaissance Revival Mantel Mirror will make a powerful impression in any room! The large mirror centered between two lavishly carved panels provides a tri-panel effect, great for larger surfaces and rooms. Bold molding dominates the framework, with pilasters carved in bounty-of-the-earth motif in full relief flanking both sides of the...
Antique Painted Tradesman Table ~ Sofa Table is an amazingly versatile piece! Hand-crafted from old-growth oak, it features a completely open design with three surfaces supported by eight column legs. About the height of a dining table, but less than a foot and a half in depth, it's ideal for a hallway, stairwell landing, or especially behind the sofa. ...
Antique French Louis XVI Mahogany Commode with Carrara Marble combines the stately, tailored elegance with a luxurious visual appeal creating the ideal choice for the discriminating design. (If you act fast, a "little sister" is available that is almost identical except slightly smaller in size.) Crafted from fine imported mahogany, it features...
PAIR Monumental French Louis XIV Bookcases ~ Bibliotheques will add a majestic element to any grand room! Soaring over ten feet in height, each features a relatively narrow form considering the height, and both are only 20 inches deep, making them surprisingly floor plan-friendly. One immediately notices the opulent crowns that create arched forms...
19th Century French Louis Philippe Gilded Mirror features a flair in detail that began to appear at the end of the period towards the beginnings of what today is called the Napoleon III period. Although the architecture is the same as we see during Louis Philippe's reign, the amazing detail is abundant in the relief work around the entire framework. The...
19th Century Hand-Painted Delft Blue & White Lidded Urn represents a departure from the Oriental styling and the introduction of a more European look that was part of the evolution of porcelains from the Delft region of Holland over the past three centuries. This example continues with the cobalt blue monochrome style on tin-glazed clay, but with a...
Antique French Louis XVI Round Mahogany End Table with Carrara Marble will make the perfect accompaniment to any seating group! Crafted from imported mahogany ~ considered one of the finest furniture woods in the world ~ its round shape makes it adaptable to any floor plan layout. Four tapered and fluted legs tipped with brass feet provide support,...
Antique French Louis XVI Gilded Oval Wall Mirror is ideal for cozy niches, boudoirs or the bathroom. The entire oval frame with the exception of the very crown has been carved to resemble spiral ribbon trim. At the top, the ribbon has been tied into a bow appearing to hold a brace of floral & foliate sprays that appear to cascade down along the...
Antique French Directoire Neoclassical End Table with Carrara Marble will make the perfect addition to any room. Hand-crafted from exotic imported mahogany, it has been given a finish on all four sides making placement in the middle of the room an option. One immediately notices the luxurious Carrara marble top, surrounded by a pierced brass gallery...
Antique Framed Oil Painting on Canvas by Jan Deckers (1865-1942) is a stunningly realistic depiction of a basket of fresh-picked flowers that seems to have escaped the grasp of the gardener. The leaves and flower petals were depicted at the canted angle for visual interest, held in a much-used wicker basket. Note the artist's expert use of background...
Antique French Louis XIV Carved Wood Mirror is a superlative example of the wood sculptor's art! Using both classical and baroque inspirations for his work, the artist meticulously sculpted a framework that is truly amazing from the crown to the base. The carvings are three dimensional, piercing through the wood to create depth and allow the wall...
Antique French Louis XVI Caned Side Chair is a perfect choice for any occasional use, especially Southern climates where the caned seats really show their advantage of keeping cool. Framework is entirely constructed from solid oak, and features a rectilinear neoclassical architecture that includes four tapered and fluted legs supporting the caned seats,...
Antique French Louis XVI Caned Side Chair is a perfect choice for any occasional use, especially Southern climates where the caned seats really show their advantage of keeping cool. Framework is entirely constructed from solid oak, and features a rectilinear neoclassical architecture that includes four tapered and fluted legs supporting the caned seats,...
Antique French Louis XVI Caned Side Chair is a perfect choice for any occasional use, especially Southern climates where the caned seats really show their advantage of keeping cool. Framework is entirely constructed from solid oak, and features a rectilinear neoclassical architecture that includes four tapered and fluted legs supporting the caned seats,...
Antique French Louis XVI Mahogany Marble Top Bouillotte Table represents an understated elegance that is perfect for the tailored yet refined decor. Hand-crafted from exotic imported mahogany, it features a round apron interrupted by fluted plinth blocks that serve as mounts for the four tapered and fluted legs, all tipped with brass feet. A pierced brass...
19th Century French Louis XVI Painted Commode with Carrara Marble is a true marvel of the cabinetmaker's art! Hand-crafted from solid French walnut which was still in abundance during the Napoleon III period, it was designed in the neoclassical revival form with stately, tailored architecture enhanced by embellishments and corner columns reminiscent of...
19th Century French Louis XVI Painted Wardrobe ~ Commode is a true marvel of the cabinetmaker's art! Hand-crafted from solid French walnut which was still in abundance during the Napoleon III period, it was designed in the neoclassical revival form with stately, tailored architecture enhanced by embellishments and corner columns reminiscent of the glory...
19th Century French Louis XVI Painted Chiffoniere ~ Commode with Carrara Marble is a true marvel of the cabinetmaker's art! Hand-crafted from solid French walnut which was still in abundance during the Napoleon III period, it was designed in the neoclassical revival form with stately, tailored architecture enhanced by embellishments and corner columns...
Antique French Louis XIV Painted Dining Table combines both elegance and casual flair into one versatile piece. The solid plank top is very straightforward and quite substantial, and is supported by a recessed, shallow apron that provides maximum knee space underneath. The apron is trimmed in gold molding for a nice touch, but the leg supports provide...