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!
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...
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 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...
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. ...
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...
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...
Set of 6 Antique French Louis XVI Painted Dining Chairs with Mohair are the ideal choice for lending a light and airy elegance to your dining experience! Hand-crafted from select hardwoods, each sports a contoured oval seat back to wrap your torso in comfort, with generously sized seats perfect for dining, all upholstered in mohair which is showing some...
Antique French Directoire Mahogany End Table with Carrara Marble will make a delightful addition to your room, providing storage, display, perhaps a place for a lamp, convenient drawers, and tailored elegance that is truly timeless, all in one piece! If you act fast, a larger companion piece by the same maker is available as of this writing ~ see Related...
Antique Country French Wall Panel with Shelf and Mirror is the perfect choice to add a little display surface with mirror, along with a lot of stylistic flair! Hand-crafted and carved from solid oak, it features Louis XV styling influence on the carving atop the triple-arched crown as well as the bonnet just below. The shelf runs the entire width, below...
Mid-Century Framed Oil Painting on Canvas signed Moleton, dated 1951 is a classic still life of the culinary kind, featuring a brass teapot and a pewter plate with freshly roasted chestnuts. Using expert techniques, shadow and earth tones, Moleton has enhanced the image with folded cloth and prominent composition. One can almost smell the...
18th Century Framed Oil Painting on Canvas of Madonna, Child & Angel ~ Flemish School is a lovely interpretation of an age-old scene. An adoring Madonna gazes upon the Christ child as an angel looks on in awe. The serenity of the scene is quite obvious, and it appears as if the Christ child is gazing back at his admirers with his own understanding...
Antique Rose Medallion Porcelain Vase is an exceptionally well-preserved example of the genre. Designed with eight distinct panels around the main body, it features a continuous panoramic and romantic scene around the neck, interrupted by projecting foliates enhanced in gold to aid in handling the vase. The rim is gracefully flared and also treated with...
Napoleon III Period French Louis XVI Mahogany & Bronze Bookcase ~ Bibliotheque is a work of art executed by the master artisans of Paris during the reign of France's last monarch. The cabinetry is made from exotic imported mahogany from the Americas, prized even then for its beauty, strength and longevity. What the masters did then was perform...
Pair 18th Century Hand-Carved Polychromed Wood Angels are amazingly well preserved and perfect for any devotional display. Sculpted from solid blocks of walnut, each features amazing detail from the folds of their robes to the feathers of their wings. Both are depicted in the act of prayer, with distinctively different poses and very expressive faces. ...
Antique Framed Oil Painting on Panel signed Lola di Vito is a beautiful celebration of yellows and golds, painted with determined impressionistic brush strokes that breathe life and movement into the otherwise typical still life. The profusion of wildflowers look almost windblown in the setting, with background colors carefully chosen to draw from the...
19th Century French Louis XIV Chinoiserie Wrought Iron & Marble Console is a marvel of the furniture maker's art! The bold scrollwork of the design immediately captivates one's attentions upon entering the room, then the subtle coloration of the brick red contrasting with the bronze accent tones become apparent. The luxuriously veined marble top has...
Antique Framed Oil Painting on Canvas by Massimo Salvati depicts a quaint harbor of a seaside village in Italy, all from the fisherman's perspective with the village in the background across the water. Here Salvati has used a bright sunny day allowing the viewer to see distant mountains beyond the village. Several vessels also ply the waters in front of...
Grand 19th Century French Second Empire Mahogany Bookcase will make an immediate impression on all who enter the room! Hand-crafted by expert artisans during the reign of Napoleon III, it was created from exotic imported mahogany and includes four solid turned mahogany columns across the front, and flame mahogany panels on the four doors. The bold crown...
Framed Still Life Oil Painting on Canvas by G. Davoise is an interesting interpretation of a staple of the art world. Vases full of fresh, colorful flowers have inspired artists both young and seasoned for centuries. Here we see Davoise using bold brush strokes and a muted jewel tone palette in a style influenced by impressionism. Even with subtle...
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 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...
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...
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...
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...
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 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...
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 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...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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...