Bronze “After the Charge” by “Ruille” Circa 1860

Item Number: 6493

French 19th century bronze equestrian statue - "After the Charge" - signed by "Ruille" depicting a proud Hussar bearing the flag, leading the brave charge into battle. The artist did his own castings, making his works very rare and desirable. Circa 1860

Price: $32,500 discounted from $37,500 view item

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French 18th Century Louis XV Expanding Game Table, Signed “Hache a Grenoble”

Item Number: 6222

This rare French Louis XV fruitwood game table features an inlaid checker board top that flips open to reveal a green felt playing surface. The piece dates back to the 18th century, has one drawer, cabriole legs with hoof feet and is signed “Hache a Grenoble”. 34" wide x 16 1/2" deep (closed) x 29" tall   33 1/2" deep (opened)

Price: $32,000 view item

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Louis XV Bureau Plat Signed “F. Linke”

Item Number: 1149

This immaculate French Louis XV marquetry bureau features gorgeous bronze mounts, and is most notably signed by the famous cabinet maker François Linke. The signature reads, “F. Linke.” The 19th century piece features three drawers, is finished beautifully on all sides, holds bronze escutcheons and ring drawer pulls as well as the original inlaid leather top.

Price: $75,000 discounted from $95,000 view item

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Louis XV 5 Piece Gilt Wood Salon Set Stamped “Krieger”

Item Number: 6613

This extremely fine French 19th century Louis XV gilt wood salon set consists of 4 armchairs and 1 settee, with Aubusson Tapestry upholstered on the backs, seats, and arms. Each piece is stamped "Krieger" and is elaborately carved in the Rococo manner. The shell at the top as well as on the front of each wide seat are classic Louis XV. Lastly, each piece rests on cabriole legs and scroll feet.  Armchairs 29" wide x 24" deep x 41" tall Sette 57 3/4" wide x 43 1/2" tall x 27" deep

Price: $150,000 view item

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Set of Four 19th Century Louis XV Bronze d’Ore Sconces Stamped H D 1885

Item Number: 6810

This magnificent set of four French Louis XV sconces are made of beautiful bronze d’ore and date back to the 19th century. Each sconce is stamped on back, “H D 1885,” and offers beautiful details; note the bronze d’ore drippers edged with beads, candle cups, and circular bobeches of acanthus leaves.  The back-plate features Pan playing his pipes, a symbol of unity and joy. Acanthus leaves drape from Pan’s waist to the scrolling arms, further scrolling elements rest below, adorned with acanthus leaves, ending with double fleurettes on either side. Finally, vines are featured growing from a bow ribbon in the middle, spiraling to acorn finials at the very end. 

Price: $30,000 set of four, discounted from $47,500 view item

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Fantastic French 19th Century Louis XV Writing Table Attributed to “Durand” Circa 1860

Item Number: 6037

This absolutely gorgeous Louis XV three drawer parquetry writing table features finely chiseled bronze d'ore mounts on cabriole legs. The French antique piece dates back to the 19th century, and is adorned with acanthus leaves and a detailed allegorical face at the top of each leg, which land on lions’ paw feet.  The desk is inlaid with a gold-tooled leather writing surface framed in bronze d’ore, with a fantastic d’ore face at either end. The wood and parquetry work is delightful, both framing and highlighting each of bronze details. the The piece is Attributed to "Durand" Circa 1860

Price: $40,000 view item

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19th Century French St. Louis Crystal Chandelier Signed “St Louis France”

Item Number: 178x

This magnificent Saint Louis crystal six arm chandelier was originally made for candles and is uniquely Signed "St Louis France" on the crystal center. The French antique fixture dates back to the 19th century and features six cut crystal arms, a cut crystal center, crystal bobeches, and a beautiful crystal bowl adorned with crystal drops. The piece is stunning in its shape and quality. Subtle notes of character can be found in the curving crown at top and tulip-shaped finial at bottom.

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“Krieger” Signed French Louis XV 19th Century Chest with Bronze d’Ore Mounts and Breche d’Alep Marble Top

Item Number: 6357

This fantastic Louis XV two drawer Bombé commode features finely chased bronze d'ore mounts in the floriate manner throughout. The French antique piece dates back to the 19th century, circa 1880, and is signed by the artisan “Krieger,” well known for their craftsmanship and quality in the 1800s. The piece is inlaid with satin wood flowers below a beautifully contoured breche d'Alep marble top. The bronze d’ore works as a striking element to offer a sense of balance and movement. It both frames the inlaid floral pattern wonderfully, and offers accenting details as it rests on the top of the legs on the diagonal as well as the piece's feet.

Price: $42,500 discounted from $45,000 view item

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Belgian 19th Century Louis XIV Bronze Chandelier Signed “F. Wissaert”

Item Number: 2677

This fantastic Belgian Louis XIV style bronze chandelier features bronze candle cups and large bronze bobeches. It is uniquely Signed "F. Wissaert.”  The piece dates back to the 19th century and sports a detailed, patterned center adorned with herms at the top and on the central ring. The arms are decorated beautifully with acanthus leaves. Finally, a large finial rests at bottom bookending the fixture’s details.

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French 19th Century Louis XVI Cabinet Stamped “H. Dasson”

Item Number: 6811

This exquisite, large Louis XVI cabinet is stamped by “H. Dasson,” a prestigious cabinet maker well known for their quality and designs in the 1800s. The French antique piece features two center glass doors resting in between two side doors of satinwood. The piece is mounted in elaborate, finely chiseled bronze with a floriate motif throughout. Drawers with ring pulls rest behind both side panels, as each panel plays hosts to a detailed bronze feature at front. Final details include a beautiful piece fo Breche Violette marble at top, and uniquely shaped, bronze mounted feet at bottom.

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