This French Louis XVI or Directoire style gueridon table dates from circa 1900-1910, and features a Vernis Martin painted top with new clear glass, ebonized wooden legs decorated with bronze garland mounts, and raised animal hoof feet. It measures 33" tall and 18" in diameter.
This exceptional and large parquetry inlaid and gilt bronze-mounted commode dates from circa 1900, and exhibits the highest level of craftsmanship. We have inspected a few mounts and found the impressed marks of the bronzier which appear to read HPP, HFP, HPB OR HFB. Condition is excellent.
This fabulous pair of carved wooden stools in the shape of standing cats feature multi-colored geometric wooden inlaid designs and their original upholstery which depicts a god with spread wings. We have no details on provenance, and believe they date from the early twentieth century. There are no inlay losses or signs of repair, and only minimal scuffs to the legs in a couple spots. Condition of the upholstery is also excellent, but they each have a handful of small stains. These were recently ...click for details
This incredible antique side cabinet, circa 1890, is an excellent copy of the design by Jean-Henri Riesener (1834-1806) which was installed in the private apartment of King Louis XVI at Versailles in 1775. (The original now resides in Musee Conde, Chateau de Chantilly.) It features mahogany and kingwood bandings, fruitwood marquetry, a massive d-shaped white marble top, and extensive bronze mounts. The center marquetry panel features a still life scene, flanked by cherubs representative of Bie ...click for details
This lovely vitrine by Francois Linke (1855-1946) dates from the early twentieth century. It is signed " F LINKE " on the top of the door and also signed on the bronze railing mount on the left upper side. It measures 52" wide, 45.5" tall and 14.5" deep (132.1 cm by 115.6 cm by 36.8 cm). Condition is very good. The mounts were recently removed and thoroughly cleaned. The finish is original and shows modest wear in spots, consistent with age. The interior is fitted with a ...click for details
This extraordinary antique Empire Revival mahogany center table measures an impressive 70.4" across and 32" tall (179 cm by 81 cm) and features four pairs of gilded Greek caryatid figures. The top is made of four sections which fit tightly. There are no major chips to the stone. Condition of the frame is excellent. Chips and nicks to the veneer and composition caryatids are consistent with age. We will be happy to complete professional restoration at our cost prior to shipment.
This lovely vitrine by Francois Linke (1855-1946) on cabriole legs has a serpentine shape, rouge marble top and extensive gilt bronze mounts including swags, cherubs, and female masks at the corners. It is distinguished for its three Vernis Martin panels. It has its original working lock and key, and red velvet lining, plus an electrified ceiling lamp behind semi-opaque glass. Marble top was recently expertly repaired. It measures 58" tall, 25.5" wide and 14.75" deep. Condition is ...click for details
This antique kingwood and mahogany bookcase or display cabinet in the neoclassical French Louis XVI style by Maison Krieger features ormolu bronze mounts (including guilloche motif along the frieze and beaded borders on the side panels and glazed doors), a marble top, raised feet, and unique lacquered panels in the Chinoiserie style. It measures 60.5" tall, 40.5" wide and 16.25" deep. The overall condition is very good. There are some scratches and dings, and a few minor veneer lo ...click for details
This fabulous old mahogany desk in the French Empire style features extensive dore bronze mounts. It measures 59.25" wide, 33.5" deep and 30.25" tall. Its craftsmanship is very high. The drawers have hand-cut dovetails and the locks work. We also have the original key. The leather top is not original and is in good condition. The neoclassical bronze mask missing from our photos is available and will be professionally installed prior to shipment. This item resides in our client' ...click for details
This extraordinary mahogany side cabinet in the French Louis XVI style dates from the late nineteenth century, and is modeled after a design by Guillaume Benneman from the 1780s. It measures 84" (7') wide, 28.5" deep and 37.75" high (213 cm by 72.4 cm by 95.9 cm). It features a variegated white marble top above a long frieze drawer, front cabinets, and concave side doors opening to two shelves. According to Sotheby's, this design was modeled by Benneman after an original d ...click for details
