Regence Painted Buffet à Deux Corps, Early 18th Century

By French Antiques | Published: February 14, 2014

Item Number: 6816

This early 18th Century painted Buffet a Deux Corps is truly immaculate. The piece is a true period piece, made in the Regence era when Louis XV was too young of age to rule so the country was ruled temporarily by King Phillipe D’Orleans. The cabinet is hand painted and hand carved with beautiful detail and features two open shelves on the sides and a pull out drawer in the center. Its rare to see the hand-carved elements on top of the piece present and in this condition given its 18th century origins. The hardware is original to the piece, as are the six doors.

Price: $115,000 view item

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French 18th Century Louis XV Walnut Armoire

By French Antiques | Published: November 18, 2011

Item Number: 2598

This stunning Louis XV period Provence armoire is made of gorgeous walnut and richly carved. The French antique piece was made in the 18th century, circa 1760 and sports details in plenty: A beautifully carved crown rests at top, two elegant doors sit at center, and small cabriole legs with scroll feet offer support. Finally, the set of interior shelves includes one fitted center shelf with a sliding drawer. The piece is classic Louis XV in detail and quality, standing tall with character, prepped to bring a stately French presence to any room.

Price: $35,000 view item

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

By French Antiques | Published: February 25, 2014

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.

Price: $75,000 view item

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French 18th Century Period Louis XV Painted Armoire with Lined Interior

By French Antiques | Published: November 18, 2011

Item Number: 6762

This gorgeous Louis XV carved and painted armoire from Lyon features two front doors with scroll carvings on each. The French antique period piece dates back to the 18th century and sports hand chiseled pierced bronze escutcheon on each door as well as floriate carvings on the center apron. The interior is upholstered in French toile with a fantastic, vibrant jungle pattern. The shelves and interior trim are painted in a corresponding deep red color, a combination of which contrasts beautifully against the softer tones seen in the exterior. Finally, the piece rests on short cabriole legs with scrolling feet.

Price: $25,000 discounted from $30,000 view item

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Italian 18th Century Painted Armoire

By French Antiques | Published: November 18, 2011

Item Number: 6284

This gorgeous two door Italian armoire comes from Venice and is elaborately painted in a patterned deep red and off white with highlights of green and blue. The Italian antique piece dates back to the 18th century and is in great shape given its age. The interior and shelves are all lined in wall paper. The piece is classic to the Italian style of the period and timeless in its pattern work and straightforward shape.

Price: $15,000 Final Price, discounted from $27,500 view item

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French 18th Century Louis XV Period Oak Armoire

By French Antiques | Published: August 12, 2010

Item Number: 5858

This exquisite and intensely gorgeous Louis XV dark oak armoire from Normandy is adorned with heavy carving of cornucopia in the top center and floriate carving at the top of each door. The French antique period piece dates back to the 18th century and plays host to a carved scroll apron at bottom. The piece is flooded with details in the carving and sports long, hand-chased bronze hinges and beautifully long detailed escutcheons. Finally, the armoire rests on small carved cabriole legs at bottom.

Price: $28,000 discounted from $35,000 view item

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