French 18th Century Louis XV Oak Vaisselier

By French Antiques | Published: August 5, 2010

Item Number: 5299

This exquisite Louis XV carved oak vaisselier features floriate carvings on both of the two side doors and the three center drawers. The French antique period piece dates back to the 18th century and is in wonderful condition, especially given its age. Bronze hardware rests on each of the center drawers, accompanied by pierced escutcheon on the side doors. Floriate carving flanks the three central drawers beautifully. A gorgeous carved crown rests at top with carved aprons under each of the shelves below. Finally, the piece rests on a delicately carved bottom apron which is bookended by the short, scrolling cabriole legs supporting the piece.

Price: $30,000 discounted from $37,500 view item

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French 19th Century Belle Epoque Oak Buffet with Marble Top and Mirrored Glass Doors

By French Antiques | Published: March 23, 2012

Item Number: 2942

This phenomenal Belle Epoque buffet features elaborately carved oak resting under a beautifully contoured marble top. The French antique piece dates back to the 19th century and plays host to three drawers at top as well as two curved beveled glass doors at each end with mirrored sides and back. Bronze handles are found on the top drawers, with escutcheon and keys on the side doors. The carvings found throughout the piece are immaculate in both their detail and balance, elevating the already spectacularly beautiful piece.

Price: $18,000 discounted from $25,000 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 19th Century Louis XVI Mahogany, Bronze d’Ore and Glass Cabinet Signed by Paul Sormani

By French Antiques | Published: December 8, 2010

Item Number: 5480

This phenomenal Louis XVI mahogany and glass single door cabinet is classic in its style and timeless in its beauty. The French antique piece dates back to the 19th century and is grandly mounted in bronze d’ore. Each section of glass is framed in the gold leafed bronze with marguerites at the top of the large door. Pattern work classic to the Louis XVI style is found at top, with a simple and beautiful ribbon and garland at bottom. A detailed escutcheon is found at center, and the legs are wrapped with bronze d’ore at top, and rest on d’ore feet. The piece features a marble top and is draped with a rose velvet back. The piece is signed by the famous Paul Sormani, an Italian cabinet maker located in Paris known for his incredible detail, craftsmanship and artistry. The signature reads, "Paul Sormani, 10 r Charlot, Paris."

Price: $60,000 discounted from $75,000 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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French 18th Century Walnut Buffet de Chasse

By French Antiques | Published: August 13, 2010

Item Number: 6485

A truly exquisite piece, this 18th century buffet de chasse features many eye-catching decorations, alongside a history guaranteed to impress. Elaborate scrolls along the doors show off wood carving characteristic of the Normandy region, while complementary "dotted x" woodworkings showcase that this piece was carved during a Regency period between French kings Louis XIV and Louis XV. Buffets de chasse were typically used as an elaborate display table to show off prizes from successful hunts, and that grandeur would continue to shine through this piece in any entryway. Along with the ornately carved wood elements, this piece is topped with a large, striking slab of gray marble. The original locking mechanism is in place, and impressive.

Price: $75,000 discounted from $90,000 view item

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French 19th Century Louis XV Cabinet with Bronze Mounts and Gorgeous Coromandel Panels

By French Antiques | Published: December 2, 2010

Item Number: 0700

This magnificent Louis XV satinwood cabinet is trimmed with dark wood and mounted with bronze. The french antique piece dates back to the 19th century and features two grilled doors alongside two solid doors fashioned from Coromandel panels. It was fashionable in the 19th century to use coromandel panels as doors, and to work these designs into the construction of French furniture. Final details can be found in the bronze escutcheon on each door and the cabriole legs with bronze mounts upon which the cabinet stands.

Price: $20,000 discounted from $25,000 view item

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French Neoclassic 19th Century Iron Wall Fountain

By French Antiques | Published: May 13, 2014

Item Number: 6771

This Neoclassic iron wall mounted three part fountain consists of a large urn with two twisted handles adorned with the face of an allegorical figure alongside garlands. The urn rests on a plinth attached to a semi-circular basin, with a leontine water spout attached below. The French antique piece dates back to the 19th century and is painted a dark turquoise. 

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Pair of Painted Italian 19th Century Credenzas with Sun and Crescent Moon

By French Antiques | Published: November 11, 2010

Item Number: 6709

Showcasing an unusually large pair of painted Italian two door credenzas made from mid 19th century painted Venetian panels. One door features a turret over sun, the other a turret over crescent moon and stars. The top is painted in a salmon faux marbre and the pair is dated Circa 1850.

Price: $45,000 For the Pair view item

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