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 Antique Neoclassical Hand-Carved Oak Pediments are ideal for decorative purposes, accents, bookcases, or to incorporate into your built-in cabinet designs. Hand-sculpted from solid oak, each features an urn form carved in relief with upturned acanthus plumes all around. Originally created to support the fronts of upper cabinets, the pair will make...
Pair Antique Neoclassical Hand-Carved Oak Pediments are ideal for decorative purposes, accents, bookcases, or to incorporate into your built-in cabinet designs. Hand-sculpted from solid oak, each features an urn form carved in relief with upturned acanthus plumes all around. Originally created to support the fronts of upper cabinets, the pair will make...
Antique Sterling Silver Martini Strainer and Spoon by Christofle of France will make an elegant addition to your bar! Christofle has been a maker of precious metal goods since 1830, and still in business today offering a wide variety of luxury home goods. This set is of traditional design, perfect for mixing the perfect martini with style.Circa...
Antique French Louis XVI Mahogany Breakfast ~ Dining Table represents the essence of the tailored look, creating a table just the right size for cozy dining rooms or breakfast nooks. Crafted from fine imported mahogany, it features a solid plank top supported by a curved, unadorned apron fitted with four tapered and faceted legs, each with a rosette...
Rare 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Painted Bookcase is a marvel of architecture inspired by the masters of ancient Greece and Rome! The boldly molded crown transitions to dentil trim above the bonnet, which overlooks the elongated glazed doors of the upper tier, which are flanked by pilasters topped with acanthus plumes. The entire interior of the...
19th Century French Neoclassical Vieux Paris 33 pc. Tea Set is a wonderful example of fine French porcelains produced during the Belle Epoque! Crafted in classic designs that date back many centuries, each possesses a dignified elegance that will refine your entertaining experience. Hand-painted gold accents include spouts, horzintal border trim, and...
Antique French Buffet ~ Enfilade ~ Credenza with Distressed Painted Finish is the perfect choice for the casual decor, and is of a size that makes it work behind the desk, behind a sofa, in a hallway or of course the dining room. Ideal as a platform for your giant flat panel TV, too! Three doors and three drawers provide surprising storage for a piece...
Antique French Neogothic Armchair ~ Desk Chair is an instant classic! Such chairs were designed for work before the days of ubiquitous casters. The low wraparound seat back provided lumbar support but when one wished to twist around and grab something off the credenza behind the chair, the chair itself wouldn't be in the way! Crafted in the Gothic...
Early 19th Century Rustic Swedish Painted Trunk ~ Blanket Chest ~ Coffee Table will make a charming addition to your casual decor! Considered essential for storage and travel back in the day, the Swedish examples were made from solid planks of plentiful indigenous old-growth pine which attained a significant hardness to it due to the slow-growth in the...
Pair 19th Century French Louis XVI Caned Chairs with Distressed Painted Finish represent the essence of the neoclassical revival during the period! Oval seat backs, contoured seats and tapered & fluted legs create the timeless architecture, while the hand-carved adornment sets this pair apart. Spiral ribbon motifs encircle the entire apron with...
Vintage Spanish Colonial Dining Table with Wrought Iron in Solid Stripped Oak honors the traditional craftsmanship and methods that have been handed down from generation to generation. The band-sawn legs are in a lyre form, with splayed feet for added stability, and are also slightly canted outwards from their sturdy mount on the underside of the thick,...
19th Century Chinese Blue & White Vase features a timeless scene in the round, all executed in luscious cobalt blue on a classic shape formed from pure white Kaolin clay. Such examples were produced in China for the lucrative European and Middle Eastern market, and continue to be revered today around the world!Circa 1880sMeasures 16.5H x 7.5 in diameter
Antique Hand-Painted Ironstone Tobacco Jar is a fascinating find, indeed! Even if one does not use tobacco, it makes a great storage container for tea, sundry kitchen items and what-nots. Embossed around the perimeter are medieval motifs including a pride of lions taking down a bull, and a couple of well-dressed noblemen out falcon hunting with their...
Antique Blue & White Chinese Vase is a great choice for adding timeless color and form to your collection, and perfect for displaying fresh or permanent flowers and foliage. The intricate nature-inspired patterns dominate the facade, executed in rich cobalt blue that blurred slightly during the glazing process and firing, creating a soft effect...
Antique Chinese Porcelain Bud Vase will make an attractive and colorful addition to your collection, and is perfect for displaying one or two blossoms, or a bud ready to blossom! Hand-painted in jewel tones of green, white, brown and rose colors, it features both a classic shape and a beautiful presence.Circa early to mid-1900sMeasures 9H x 4.5 in diameter
19th Century French Framed, Carved and Painted Panel is a superlative decorative element that was hand-carved by a particularly talented sculptor out of dense, old-growth white oak. Framed with planks joined with pegged mortise & tenons, the panel depicts a lavish floral swag suspended by small rosettes at each top corner, with a bouquet hanging...
Pair 19th Century Exterior French Doors with Wrought Iron will make the perfect choice to make an entryway unique, or to just hang on the wall as faux passageways, or just for decorative appeal! Hand-crafted from thick planks of oak, they were designed to defy aging, and feature bold molded detail framing the lower panels as well as the intricate wrought...
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...
Antique Framed Oil Painting on Canvas by G. Hodeige dated 1936 is an exquisitely well preserved impressionist work by a master of light and shadowplay rendered of a waterside cityscape that harks back to a bygone era. The city in the background is inspired by Paris as seen along the Seine, where in the old city all of the buildings were kept to a maximum...
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 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 French Palissy Majolica Serving Platter is an exquisite example of the genre, very well preserved and resplendent with jewel tones on a rich background creating a very decorative effect. Resting upon various aquatic and water-loving plants, one can see crawfish, frogs, escargots and at the center, a serpent intertwined in a complex figure eight...
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...
19th Century English Mahogany Tilt-Top End Table is an ingenious invention that most agree originated with the English but who knows for sure? This example, rendered from what was then plentiful sources of mahogany from the Americas. The solid plank top has been subtly dished out leaving a rim around the perimeter accented with four indented scrolls. ...
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...
Antique Painted Wrought Iron Crucifix is a splendid work designed to last for centuries! The corpus is cast iron, and mounted upon the forged cross with meticulously wrought grapevine and leaves intertwining the work. A subtle bronze colored finish has been applied adding a wonderful aged tone to the work.Circa mid-1900sMeasures 24H x 12W x 4D
19th Century French Longchamp Barbotine Asparagus Dish with Matching Platter is a rare find, indeed! 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 Longchamp. Note the cradle for the vegetables has holes to allow excess water to...
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...
19th Century Hand-Painted French Plate by Louis Martin Lebeuf & Co. is an example of porcelains and ceramics identified as Criel-Montereau which is a generic term used to describe French faience produced in the French towns of Criel, Osse, and Montereau, Seine-deMarne. Robert Bray O’Reilly, a Paris glass merchant, founded a ceramic factory in Criel...
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...
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...
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...
19th Century Dining Table by Horrix with Original Carved Leaf is yet another example of the superlative craftsmanship exhibited by the storied maker during the period. Set upon an unusual base with four turned pedestals atop a boldly scrolled four-legged structure, it features an apron carved on all four sides that conceals a pocket into which the single...
Antique Chinese Bronze Coupe ~ Petite Jardiniere was designed for a smaller display, and fashioned by artistic hands from solid bronze to last for centuries! The classic apple-shaped form is literally adorned on its complete facade with a fierce dragon in bold relief wrapping around the perimeter appearing to be chasing a bird. Intricate detail abounds...
Pair 19th Century Interior French Doors will make a great addition to any room! Crafted by hand from solid pine, each features tailored raised & recessed panels for a tailored look, and sport a coat of paint perfect as a base for you to color coordinate with your room.Circa 1880sEach measures 92.5H x 22.5W x 2D for a door opening about 44-45"...
Pair 19th Century Interior French Doors will make a great addition to any room! Crafted by hand from solid pine, each features tailored raised & recessed panels for a tailored look, and sport a coat of paint perfect as a base for you to color coordinate with your room.Circa 1880sEach measures 98H x 21.5W x 2D for a door opening about 42-43" wide.For...
19th Century French Brass Crucifix is a beautiful example of sculpture and craftsmanship in solid metal, with a gold tone finish that resists tarnish, yet clearly shows the patina of over a century. This Second Empire period piece features subtle style cues but the predominant message remains of Christ's sacrifice so that mankind could triumph over death...
Antique Italian Hand-Carved Walnut Sculptural Table Lamp is a stunning work of art, rendered from sumptuous solid walnut by an obvious master of the art! The work depicts a fair young maiden, dressed in fine robes typical of a northern Italian city such as Milano or as far south as Fiorenze. The classical pose suggests a subtle Renaissance flair in the...
19th Century French Cold Painted Bronze on Onyx ~ Tortoise & Hare is a charming depiction of the classic Aesop's fable of the swift rabbit racing the slow but determined tortoise. The message of the story is that determination can win out against superior odds. Immortalized by the Greek storyteller, the fables were reprised by Jean de la Fontaine in...
19th Century Imari Hand-Painted Charger is a fine example of decorative porcelains from Kyushu in northwestern Japan. Imari is a style of porcelain named after the Japanese port from which it was shipped to the West, beginning in the late 17th century. This example shows artistic excellence by using different hues of the same basic colors of cobalt blue...
19th Century French Embossed Brass Jardiniere is perfect for displaying fresh greenery, with most folks choosing to insert the entire clay pot which both dresses up the display as well as protects your surfaces! Hand-crafted by talented metalsmiths, it features an embossed wildflower design that rambles across the entire perimeter, interrupted by two...
19th Century Chinese Blue & White Vase features a timeless scene in the round, all executed in luscious cobalt blue on a classic shape formed from pure white Kaolin clay. Such examples were produced in China for the lucrative European and Middle Eastern market, and continue to be revered today around the world!
Circa 1880s
Measures 17.5H x 8.5 in diameter
Pair Art Nouveau Cast Iron Painted Jardinieres ~ Urns are ready to add timeless symmetry to your decorating! Hand-cast in solid iron with an exquisite Art Nouveau form and embossed floral design on both sides, they work even in front of a mirror or a window! A hole was thoughtfully drilled in the bottom to allow water to drain, and a silver paint finish...
Antique Decorative Nickel-Plated Brass Wall Shield was designed to adorn a masculine decor, featuring a classic shield shape that dates back to ancient Greece, and fully embossed with various symbols of bellicose activity and accouterments, including a ferocious battle scene as the main element. The symbolism both glorifies the warrior and simultaneously...
19th Century French Bronze Statue of Cupid captures the mischievous cherub just after letting his arrow fly. The classic pose inspired by ancient Greek and Roman statuary is evident, with flowing scarf providing additional visual appeal as well as a modicum of modesty. He stands barefoot on a pedestal that appears to be a shell motif. The original...
Pair Antique Liegoise Louis XIV Style Side Chairs were hand-crafted by the master artisans of Liege, where fine quality furniture has been produced for centuries! Using dense, old-growth oak, the craftsmen sculpted the seatback for ergonomic support with vertical slats which most agree are much more comfortable than horizontal slat designs. The top is a...
Pair 19th Century French Bronze Statues by Louis Auguste Moreau (1855-1919) are exemplary examples of the glorification of the simple rural life celebrated by artists in France during the Belle Epoque. A distinctive departure from rendering affluent families and lifestyles as dictated by the many patrons of art over the centuries, this informal movement...
18th Century Hand-Carved & Painted Italian Candlestick Floor Lamp is a beautiful example of Italian carvings influenced by Renaissance and Classical designs. The tripod base features four substantial lions' paw feet, connected to a triangular pyramidal form with fishscale panels and shell motifs. Upon that base is set a multi-tiered shaft with urn...
Antique Gilded Limoges Teapot by Giraud is a classic example of the extraordinary and luxurious porcelains created by the maker in the Limoges region of France where the traditions of the ceramic crafts go back to the late 1700s. This example features a pleated surface like gathered fabric, with a lid fitted with a knob that depicts a rose bud. The...
Antique French Louis XVI Walnut Mantel Mirror with Marble Insets is a unique way to dress up your mantel, a counter, or any surface against a wall! The neoclassical architecture includes a broad arch at the center topped with hand-carved ribbon tied in a bow, cascading down the shoulders on each side and appearing over the oval French beveled mirror. ...
Antique Hand-Painted Earthenware Jug was hand-thrown from local clays then given a glaze on top of which cobalt blue was deftly hand-painted to create a stylized naturalistic theme. Natural corks were used as stoppers, and such vessels were used to contain a wide variety of comestibles.Circa early 1900sMeasures 10.5H x 8.5W x 8D
19th Century Imari Hand-Painted Serving Bowl is a fine example of decorative porcelains from Kyushu in northwestern Japan. Imari is a style of porcelain named after the Japanese port from which it was shipped to the West, beginning in the late 17th century. This example shows artistic excellence by using different hues of the same basic colors of cobalt...
19th Century Chinese Jadestone Statue is a charming hand-carved artifact from talented artisans depicting a pair of urn forms surrounded by foliage with flowers. Note the special attention to detail in the intaglio carving across the taller of the two urns. Carved from a single block of stone, it is a charming artifact that will add a quaint touch to...
19th Century Chinese Jadestone Statue is a charming hand-carved artifact from talented artisans depicting a pair of urn forms surrounded by foliage with three birds. Note the special attention to detail in the intaglio carving across the urns. Carved from a single block of stone, it is a charming artifact that will add a quaint touch to your...
19th Century Imari Hand-Painted Serving Bowl is a fine example of decorative porcelains from Kyushu in northwestern Japan. Imari is a style of porcelain named after the Japanese port from which it was shipped to the West, beginning in the late 17th century. This example shows artistic excellence by using different hues of the same basic colors of cobalt...
19th Century Imari Hand-Painted Serving Bowl is a fine example of decorative porcelains from Kyushu in northwestern Japan. Imari is a style of porcelain named after the Japanese port from which it was shipped to the West, beginning in the late 17th century. This example shows artistic excellence by using different hues of the same basic colors of cobalt...
Antique French Louis XVI Cast Brass Picture Frame will make a unique way to display your cherished photograph or miniature, all with stylistic flair, of course! Frame is solid brass, with a solid brass stand that hinges in the back, so it could be hung on the wall but is more likely used on a desk, counter or display surface.Circa early 1900sMeasures...
Mid-Century Mahogany Bookcase by De Coene of Courtrai is an exceptional choice to create a one-of-a-kind look for your office! Using sapele mahogany veneering as the primary source of visual appeal, the artisans of De Coene created a modernistic framework with strong use of angular design. With its multiple original shelves, the bookcase features three...
19th Century Hand-Painted Ceramic Inkwell from Rouen is a charming artifact from a bygone era! The region around Rouen has been known for centuries for its fine hand-painted porcelain-like ceramics, and this example is a highly unusual one. Consisting of three parts, it has a large vessel that is elaborately painted in vivid colors typical of the region...
Pair Antique Japanese Bronze Vases on Wood Stands are ideal for adding beautiful symmetry with the magic of the Orient! Encircled with three-dimensional dragons on the upper portion, with full relief dragons encircling on the body below, each features classic form, and are inscribed with the maker and/or foundry on the bottom. The dragon motifs are set...
Mid-Century Dolphin Liqueur Decanter with Cobalt Blue Glass Tail Stoppers are a truly unusual find! The two dolphins are joined together at the fins, with opposing fins used to stabilize the sculpture. Formed with a special pressed glass technique, the dolphin form has been celebrated in France since the first millennium. Two of your favorite cordials...
19th Century Delft Hand-Painted Blue & White Lidded Urn is a fine example of the intricately adorned porcelains from the Delft region in Holland produced during the 1800s. The classic shape was adopted by the Dutch in the 17th century, and features a domed lid similar in shape to architectural features popular during the day. Topped with a monkey...
Pair Antique Chinese Hand-Painted Vases are truly a product of exceptionally skilled artisans! Thrown on a larger scale, the graceful form of each porcelain urn is centuries if not thousands of years old. Starting on the inside of the rim at the top, the entire facade has been painted all around, depicting various courtyard scenes mixed with beautiful...
Pair 19th Century Delft Hand-Painted Blue & White Vases are a splendid collectible that was created for the lucrative European market during the latter 1800s, where the clay was treated with a tin solution before glazing resulting in a unique and highly desirable finish that lasts for centuries! Cobalt blue has been hand-painted on each vase in an...
19th Century French Limoges Hand-Painted Covered Serving Dish is a stunning example of the exquisite porcelains that were produced during the period by master ceramicists. The bold Baroque form of the tureen is enhanced by the painted detailing, primarily in gold, but also featuring floral bouquets on all four faces of the lid. The handle on top is...
19th Century French Directoire Style Armchair in Mahogany with Mohair is a classic example of timeless neoclassical design melded with fine materials and French artisanry! Tailored architecture includes a gently curved seatback and elegantly curved armrests combined with a fully upholstered seat covered in striped mohair alternating between a rich brick...
19th Century French Louis XV Giltwood Marble Top Console is an amazing rendition of the style that glorifies the beauty of nature, emphasizing shell floral and foliate forms to an amazing degree of artistry! The bowfront framework connects to the pair of double-scrolled legs then to the serpentine curves of the side aprons, with all three aprons...