French 19th Century Marble Mantel with Gilded Bronze Mounts

By French Antiques | Published: October 3, 2020

Item Number: 568x

This beautiful French 19th century Louis XVI mantel features pristinely gilded bronze mounts with ribbons and a floral design. The mounts contrast quite well against the marble’s light hues of grey and red. The curvature of the piece combined with the movement in the bronze work is not only indicative of the Louis XVI period, but also balanced and striking.

Price: $17,500 view item

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Beautiful 32 light Louis XVI Bronze D’ore and Crystal Chandelier

By French Antiques | Published: July 21, 2010

Item Number: 0014

This immaculate chandelier dates back to the 19th century and carries the Louis XVI period with style. It features glimmering bronze d’ore, bronze covered in gold, with intricate scroll work, an acanthus leaf motif, delicate flowers at bloom near the crown, and gorgeous details on each of the 32 bobeches. The Strands of octagonal crystals that flow between each arm are quite large in and of themselves and are joined by finely cut plaquettes and a beautiful solid crystal ball finial.

Price: $45,000 view item

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French Louis XVI Bronze and Crystal Chandelier

By French Antiques | Published: September 3, 2020

Item Number: 548x

This classic Louis XVI chandelier dates back to the 19th century and features beautiful crystal surrounding the center stem. Ropes of octagonal crystal flows from the long bronze arms to give the chandelier beautiful negative space. This, combined with the long center stem and bronze elements at the crown, produces a sense of length and balance. The piece also features cut and polished crystal plaquettes as well as a delicate tulip crystal finial.

Price: $12,500 view item

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Historic Art Nouveau Bronze and Crystal Chandelier Originally hung in Gare D’Orsay, now known as Musée D’Orsay

By French Antiques | Published: October 24, 2020

Item Number: 560x

This one of a kind Art Nouveau chandelier was originally hung from the Musée D’Orsay building, one of the most well known Museums in Paris. The museum was originally built as a train station known as Gare D’Orsay, and the piece would have been one of a handful of chandeliers helping to light travelers on their way. It reflects the immaculate architectural elements of the space and features unusual teardrop shaped crystal from the top bobeches, cut and polished crystal plaquettes, and a stamp on the bronze base. This piece is a true part of French history.

Price: $15,000 view item

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French 19th Century Napoleon III Chandelier featuring an Open Weave Center Ring

By French Antiques | Published: April 16, 2020

Item Number: 5665

This beautiful Napoleon III chandelier dates back to the 19th century and is draped with round, faceted crystal beads graduating in size from small to large as they approach the center ring. The fixture is made of high quality bronze and most notably features a unique open weave ring in the center. Most commonly, these rings are solid with added details, but here the open design shines and displays the craftsmanship clearly. The bronze arms feature detailed faces and support 6 beautiful bobeches.

Price: $12,000 view item

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Louis XV Carved Oak Refectory Table with Two Additional Leaves

By French Antiques | Published: September 3, 2020

Item Number: 556x

This gorgeous refectory table is made of oak, dates back to the 19th Century, and features two additional leaves. The piece has a beautiful and simply patterned inlaid marquetry top. The cabriole legs, pertaining to the curve, are classic Louis XV style. They feature gorgeous carvings which include scroll work indicative of the Normandy region.

Price: $9,500 view item

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19th Century French Hand Wrought Iron Chandelier

By French Antiques | Published: April 16, 2020

Item Number: 432x

This French antique hand wrought iron chandelier dates back to the 19th century and features beautiful scroll work throughout the crown and four arms. The design is classic and straight forward with the ability to compliment most any space.

Price: $2,750 view item

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French 19th Century Louis XV Painted Dining Table

By French Antiques | Published: November 14, 2020

Item Number: 557x

This beautiful Louis XV hand painted table features a carved top with beveled lip and a set of classic Louis XV cabriole legs with hoofed feet. The original paint features a delicate patina, showing its use and appreciation since its creation in the 19th century.

Price: $7,500 view item

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Louis XVI Patinated Iron and Tole Chandelier

By French Antiques | Published: May 16, 2014

Item Number: 4085

This beautiful Louis XVI style Patinated Iron and Tole chandelier dates back to the 20th century and features iron acanthus leaves, vines, and a tassel finial. The aging gives the fixture subtle yet gorgeous character. There are four chandeliers in our collection, available individually, in pairs, or a complete set.

Price: $1,800 each, also available as a set of 4 or a pair view item

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Mid 20th Century Louis XVI Marquertry Roll Top Desk

By French Antiques | Published: October 29, 2019

Item Number: 511x

This elegant Louis XVI marquetry desk features most notably an exquisite floral design on the front, interior, and sides. The piece dates back to the mid 20th century and is known as a ‘bureau de cylindre,’ or cylinder desk, pertaining to the revolving cylindrical top which can be opened and closed. The piece features three small drawers, pigeon holes, and a secret panel inside the revolving cylinder. There are also three large drawers below the writing surface, and finally bronze mounts throughout.

Price: $4,750 view item

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